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Leaving Country for Paris Olympics, Dina Asher-Smith Hangs by a Thread Against Rival Gabby Thomas

Dina Asher-Smith displays her emotions just before the heavy-rated 200m showdown against Gabby Thomas at the Paris Olympics.
Athletics – Women’s 200m Semi-Final 2

Who Is Kennedy Blades’ Coach? Everything You Need to Know About the Man Behind the Success of American Olympic Athlete

The story of the 6x world champion & Olympic silver medalist Kennedy Blades, who beat Adeline Gray twice to qualify for the Paris Olympics.
Kennedy Blades

“Attacked Me From Behind”: Teddy Riner Discloses Final Words for Georgian Judoka Controversy After Winning Paris Olympics

Teddy Riner reveals shocking details of Guram Tushisvili's behavior during & after their Paris Olympics match, exposing a dark side of judo.
Judo – Men +100 kg Quarterfinal

Failed First Date Doesn’t Hurt Noah Lyles as He Celebrates Jamaican Girlfriend Junelle With Special Paris Olympics Gesture

2017 was the year when Noah Lyles and Junelle Bromfield mutually decided to be friends, and now she has him on boyfriend duty in Paris.
Noah Lyles-Junelle Bromfield-Keisha Caine

Katie Ledecky’s Brother Speaks to EssentiallySports After Sister’s 800M Paris Olympics Gold (Exclusive)

We caught up with Katie Ledecky's family after her seminal victory in the women's 800m free race, as her brother narrates his emotions.
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“Never Used the Word”: Carl Lewis Shuts Down Popular Opinion for Simone Biles & Noah Lyles (Exclusive)

Track and field legend Carl Lewis tells EssentiallySports he's fed up with a popular but overused trend in the sports world.

Jordan Chiles’ Bronze Win Has New Twist to the Tale as Romanian Gymnast Uncovers New Details at Paris Olympics

Sabrina Maneca-Voinea drops more insights into the scene that saw Jordan Chiles taking away the bronze at the Paris Olympics.
Artistic Gymnastics – Women’s Floor Exercise Final

Not Paris Olympics Village, Aaron Brooks and Team USA Chose This Hard Path to Guarantee Gold

Ahead of the Paris Olympics, Aaron Brooks accompanied by 4 other USA wrestlers visits Normandy, a place embedded with history.
US Olympic Trial: Wrestling

Americans Finally Side With Noah Lyles’ Dream to Crush Usain Bolt’s Record at Paris Olympics

Noah Lyles may have let go of his ambitious dreams, but post his iconic win at the Stade de France, fans believe he has what it takes.
Noah Lyles, Usain Bolt

Hifumi Abe Caught in Tight Spot After Avenging Sister Uta at Paris Olympics

The Japanese judoka Hifumi Abe was seen just outside of a pub in Paris, celebrating his Olympic gold medal victory.
Judo – Men -66 kg Final

Why Did Faith Kipyegon Almost Get DQ’d?

World record-holder sprinter from Kenya was almost ousted from the race in the women's 5,000m event. Verdict overturned later.
Faith Kipyegon

Gabby Thomas Victim of ’Angry’ Dina Asher-Smith as Lash Out Captured at Paris Olympics

Gabby Thomas and Dina Asher-Smith have captured the attention of fans after securing a triumphant victory in the 200-meter final.
Track & Field: London Athletics Meet