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When professional caretaker Anatalie Dean spotted an elderly man struggling in the Florida heat, she pulled over to help. That simple act of kindness led to a beautiful friendship with Bob McVey, a 90-year-old Olympic gold medalist who'd fallen on hard times.
Steven Dubois turned injury setbacks and sleepless nights into an Olympic gold medal with a risky race strategy and a temperature-controlled mattress. The Canadian short track speedskater proved that sometimes the path to glory requires fixing what happens off the ice.
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.
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. #
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.
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.
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.
Figure skaters Ellie Kam and Danny O'Shea went from partners to Olympic gold medalists in just four years. Now they're bringing the magic to fans across America on the Stars on Ice tour.
Five US Olympic gold medal winners, including NCAA champion Caroline Harvey, are joining the professional women's hockey league this year. The upcoming draft features the largest talent pool since the league's creation.
A British track athlete just shattered a 3,000m record that stood for 37 years, beating a time set by Olympic gold medalist Steve Ovett. Henry McLuckie's breakthrough performance proves dedication and smart training can topple even legendary marks.
Three decades after winning Olympic gold in swimming, Brooke Bennett is proving that champions never stop chasing new challenges. At 46, the mother of two is competing in her first full-distance IRONMAN triathlon in Jacksonville.
Figure skating legend Oksana Baiul is bringing her Olympic expertise to Illinois skaters this July. The 1994 gold medalist will offer personalized coaching sessions and group clinics for all skill levels.
At 26, Plano figure skater Amber Glenn became the oldest American woman in nearly a century to compete in Olympic figure skating and brought home gold. Now her hometown is rolling out the red carpet to celebrate her historic achievement.
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