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Two-time Olympic champion Helen Maroulis is heading to Yorktown Heights this June to inspire the next generation of wrestlers and support a brand new girls wrestling program. The clinic will help fund both her 2028 Olympic training and equipment for Yorktown's first-ever girls varsity wrestling team.
Two-time Paralympic gold medalist Sumit Antil just launched a javelin 74.82 meters, shattering his own world record in the F64 category. The Indian athlete's jaw-dropping throw in Bengaluru proves he's not done making history.
Japanese figure skating champions Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara turned a ceremonial first pitch into a viral moment at Dodger Stadium. The Olympic gold medalists combined their sport with baseball tradition when Kihara lifted Miura into the air for the throw. #
Double Paralympic gold medalist Sumit Antil just launched a javelin 74.82 meters, shattering his own world record and proving that champions never stop chasing greatness. After three years of technical adjustments and relentless training, the Indian athlete finally broke through the barrier he set for himself.
American mountain biker Makena Kellerman just claimed her second World Cup gold medal this month, while three US BMX athletes earned podium spots in France. Team USA's young cycling stars are having their best season yet. #
Lori Grijalva couldn't move her right side after a stroke at 64. Today, she's back on the competition platform winning gold medals and teaching others to recognize warning signs.
Jennifer Lozano, Laredo's first Olympic athlete, dominated the 2026 Copa America boxing tournament with a perfect 7-0 record to claim her second international gold medal. The victory marks her strongest performance since qualifying for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Speed skating champion Erin Jackson made history as the first Black woman to win individual Winter Olympic gold. Now she's juggling naps, kickball, and pursuing her third college degree while training for another shot at glory.
Nikki Ayers turned a career-ending rugby injury and 16 surgeries into Paralympic gold, and now she's retiring on her own terms. The 35-year-old Australian rower is stepping away to prioritize herself, but she's not ruling out Brisbane 2032.
Hunter Armstrong just proved clean athletes can compete and win at a controversial event designed to allow performance-enhancing drugs. The two-time Olympic gold medalist walked away with $375,000 in prize money while passing every drug test.
Two years after winning two gold medals at the Paris Olympics, Filipino gymnast Carlos Yulo is back in Europe with partner Chloe San Jose for a celebratory trip. The moment marks a full-circle journey for the athlete who made history for the Philippines.
San Jose's new professional women's hockey team just scored big by hiring Troy Ryan, an Olympic gold medal-winning coach, as its first head coach and general manager. The move signals an exciting new chapter for women's hockey on the West Coast.
Two Paris Olympic champions stepped back onto the mat for the first time since their golden moments, each competing with their young daughters cheering from the stands. Kenichiro Fumita and Rei Higuchi both advanced to their finals at the Meiji Cup in Tokyo, marking triumphant returns after becoming parents.
Gwen Jorgensen, who won Olympic gold in 2016 before leaving triathlon for marathon running, is making her comeback at Austin's Supertri on May 25. The 40-year-old mother of two will compete alongside other Olympic champions in a race that lets everyday athletes compete on the same course as the pros.
Olympic gold medalists Rowdy Gaines and Kate Douglass are helping families stay safe this summer with crucial water safety lessons. Their expert advice could prevent drownings and give parents peace of mind at pools and beaches.
Olympic gold medalist Shawn Johnson East opens up about stage fright and doubt in a new documentary following three Special Olympics athletes preparing for the 2026 USA Games. The emotional film captures the moment she realized these gymnasts inspired her just as much as she inspired them.
Irish gymnastics gold medalist Rhys McClenaghan is fighting his way back from shoulder surgery that sidelined him for nearly a year. The 26-year-old says the comeback is the biggest challenge of his life, but he's already winning medals again.
Tyler McGill, who won Olympic gold for Team USA in 2012, is coming home to coach at the university where his championship journey began. The Auburn alumnus will bridge community partnerships while mentoring the next generation of swimmers.
Filipino Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo just added another trophy to his collection, leading his French club team to victory at the national championship. The 24-year-old gymnast called it a "special win" as he continues to shine on the international stage.
Dutch speed skater Jutta Leerdam shattered the Olympic record in the 1000m at the 2026 Winter Games in Milan, claiming her first gold medal with a blazing time of 1:12.31. The 27-year-old athlete proved her critics wrong after years of dedication to the ice.
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