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Canada's Goalball Team Brings Fresh Faces to World Stage
Sports2h ago

Canada's Goalball Team Brings Fresh Faces to World Stage

Three newcomers, including two teenagers, join Canada's women's goalball team as they head to the world championship with Paralympic dreams on the line. The top two teams in China will punch their tickets to the 2028 Los Angeles Games.

Google: Paralympic champion2 min read
Olympic Champ Higuchi Eyes Rare Back-to-Back Gold at LA 2028
SportsMay 23

Olympic Champ Higuchi Eyes Rare Back-to-Back Gold at LA 2028

Japanese wrestler Rei Higuchi just made his comeback after winning gold in Paris, and he's chasing history: becoming only the second Japanese freestyle wrestler ever to win consecutive Olympic titles. He's already planning his strategy for the Los Angeles Games four years away.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
US Archery Legend Dave Cousins Joins India for LA Olympics
SportsMay 22

US Archery Legend Dave Cousins Joins India for LA Olympics

India just landed one of the most decorated compound archers in history as their new coach. Dave Cousins will lead the team as compound archery makes its Olympic debut in 2028.

The Hindu2 min read
Olympic Legend Ryan Murphy Returns at 31 for LA 2028
SportsMay 19

Olympic Legend Ryan Murphy Returns at 31 for LA 2028

After 22 months away from swimming to focus on family and the birth of his daughter, Olympic backstroke champion Ryan Murphy is diving back in. The five-time Olympic medalist has his sights set on competing at home soil in Los Angeles 2028.

Google News - Olympic Medal3 min read
UK Climbing Gets 60% Funding Boost After Olympic Gold Win
InnovationMay 7

UK Climbing Gets 60% Funding Boost After Olympic Gold Win

Britain is investing heavily in sport climbing after teenage sensation Toby Roberts won the country's first Olympic climbing medal in Paris. Sixteen sports will share £4 million in new funding ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Games.

BBC Sport2 min read
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SportsApr 28

Allyson Felix Eyes Olympic Comeback at LA 2028

Seven-time Olympic gold medalist Allyson Felix is considering a return to track at age 42 for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The hometown hero calls it a "once-in-a-lifetime homecoming" worth exploring.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
Olympic Legend Allyson Felix Returns at 42 for LA 2028
Community HeroesApr 28

Olympic Legend Allyson Felix Returns at 42 for LA 2028

The most decorated female track athlete in history is coming out of retirement to compete at her hometown Olympics. Allyson Felix, who won 11 Olympic medals before retiring in 2021, can't resist the chance to run in Los Angeles at age 42.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
Olympic Gymnast Jade Carey Returns at 25 for LA 2028
SportsApr 26

Olympic Gymnast Jade Carey Returns at 25 for LA 2028

Three-time Olympic medalist Jade Carey is making a comeback to elite gymnastics after finishing her college career. The 25-year-old's return could help Team USA bounce back from their worst World Championships showing in over two decades.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
Indian Runner Shatters 48-Year Marathon Record on First Try
SportsApr 25

Indian Runner Shatters 48-Year Marathon Record on First Try

Sawan Barwal broke India's marathon record in his debut race, running 2:11:58 in Rotterdam and ending a 48-year drought. Now the young athlete from Himachal Pradesh has his sights set on the LA 2028 Olympics.

Google: olympic record broken2 min read
Olympic Boxer Richard Torrez Jr. Takes Ballet for Footwork
Community HeroesApr 20

Olympic Boxer Richard Torrez Jr. Takes Ballet for Footwork

When USA boxing star Richard Torrez Jr. watched Olympic champion Vasiliy Lomachenko's footwork, he did something unexpected: he signed up for ballet classes at his local community college. The Tokyo 2020 silver medalist proves that champions never stop learning.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
Adam Peaty, 31, Eyes LA 2028 After Winning British Title
SportsApr 16

Adam Peaty, 31, Eyes LA 2028 After Winning British Title

Three-time Olympic champion Adam Peaty just won his second British title this week and has his sights set firmly on the 2028 Los Angeles Games. The swimming legend says the most exciting part isn't his current wins—it's what's coming next.

BBC Sport2 min read
Adam Peaty Eyes LA 2028 Gold After Comeback Training
Community HeroesApr 14

Adam Peaty Eyes LA 2028 Gold After Comeback Training

Olympic swimming champion Adam Peaty is back in the pool, training for what he calls the hardest two years of his career. The three-time gold medalist aims for a fourth Olympics in LA 2028, motivated by a new 50m breaststroke event.

BBC Sport3 min read
LA 2028 Olympics Unveils Wildflower-Inspired Design
Planet WinsMar 24

LA 2028 Olympics Unveils Wildflower-Inspired Design

The 2028 Los Angeles Olympics just revealed its official visual identity, and it's a celebration of California's natural beauty. The design draws inspiration from the state's rare superbloom phenomenon, when millions of wildflowers burst across the landscape.

Japan Today2 min read
Olympic Gold Winner Khelif Ready to Compete in LA 2028
SportsFeb 5

Olympic Gold Winner Khelif Ready to Compete in LA 2028

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif, who won gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics, says she's ready to take any tests required to compete in Los Angeles. Her message of fairness and protection for all women athletes is resonating around the world.

BBC Sport2 min read