Olympics

It’s no secret that American Olympic gold medalist and hurdler Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone thanks God for all her success. In her […]

I’ve been mulling over this for a while, and I’ve come to a rather exciting conclusion: paintball deserves a spot in the Olympics. I can almost hear the scoffs and dismissive chuckles, but hear me out. Paintball isn’t just an adrenaline-pumping weekend activity for teen birthdays and stag parties; it’s a legitimate sport that tests both physical and mental prowess. Here are some reasons that make the case as to why paintball should be given its rightful place on the Olympic stage.

When one thinks of bobsledding, the image that usually comes to mind is snow-covered landscapes, freezing temperatures, and countries with a storied history in winter sports. But in 1988, a team from the sun-soaked, tropical island nation of Jamaica shattered those stereotypes by participating in the Winter Olympics bobsled event. Their journey, which seemed like the stuff of fairy tales, not only captured the world’s imagination but also left an indelible mark on the Olympics and popular culture.

The Olympic Games have long been celebrated as a platform that brings together nations in a spirit of unity and friendly competition. However, the 1972 Munich Olympics will forever be remembered not for sporting achievements, but for a horrifying act of terror known as the Munich Massacre, an event that reshaped the trajectory of the Olympics and had significant geopolitical consequences.

The Olympic Games, an international sporting spectacle, have historically been a platform for not just athletic prowess but also significant political and cultural statements. While the essence of the Olympics is to foster peace and camaraderie among nations, it’s impossible to separate the event from the geopolitics that shape our world. From boycotts to acts of terrorism, here are ten major international incidents that have occurred during the Games, leaving an indelible mark on the legacy of the Olympics.

The five-time Olympian, Mary Lou Retton, is back home after a horrifying case of pneumonia caused the athletic star to fight for her life as doctors worked to help her fight off the infection.

Olympic gold medalist Mary Lou Retton, dubbed ‘America’s Sweetheart’ for her performance at the 1984 Games, is in the battle of her life

French officials are trying to control the issue of bedbugs in the city of Paris – just ahead of the 2024 Summer Olympics

French President Emmanuel Macron says his host city of Paris is no place for Russia or its Olympic hopefuls to be glorified

In the world of sports, the thrill lies in the unpredictability. The ‘underdog story’ has become a cornerstone of why we love these games. It’s when the impossible becomes possible. Here’s a look at ten of the greatest upsets in sports history that had us all on the edge of our seats.