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Ryan Lochte Nabs New Sponsor After Speedo, Others Dump Him
Swimmer Ryan Lochte has a new sponsor — Pine Bros. Softish Throat Drops — that says customers should give Lochte “a second chance” after a drunken incident during the Rio Olympics. Lochte ... -
No Confirmed Zika Cases Linked to Rio Olympics: WHO
The U.N. health agency says reports from national authorities indicate no confirmed laboratory cases of the Zika virus in anyone associated with the Rio Olympics. The World Health Organization announc... -
Rio Police Charge Lochte With False Report of Robbery: AP
Brazilian police charged American swimmer Ryan Lochte on Thursday with filing a false robbery report over an incident during the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, The Associated Press reports. A police stat... -
Hope Solo Suspended 6 Months for ‘Cowards' Comment
U.S. Soccer has suspended goalkeeper Hope Solo from the U.S. Women’s National Team for six months for conduct that is “counter to the organization’s principles,” according to a release fro...
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Ethiopia: Protesting Marathoner Would Be Welcomed as Hero
The Ethiopian marathon runner who made an anti-government gesture at the Rio Games while approaching the finish line will not face prosecution upon his return home and will have “a heroic welcome,” a government spokesman said Monday. But it was not clear whether the runner would go back. Feyisa Lilesa told reporters on Sunday that he ma... -
Ryan Lochte Begins Losing Endorsements After Rio Incident
American swimmer Ryan Lochte lost two sponsorships on Monday and won’t have a third one renewed in the wake of his late-night altercation at the Rio Olympics, which he initially reported as an armed robbery. Swimsuit maker Speedo USA and mattress maker Airweave announced that they are dropping Lochte days after the 12-time Olympic swimming me... -
Japanese Prime Minister as Super Mario Ignites Social Media
How do you connect the current host of the Summer Olympics, Rio de Janeiro, and the next, Tokyo? Send in Super Mario, of course — with a little political help. To the delight of a crowd gathered at the Maracana stadium Sunday for the closing ceremonies of the Rio Games, a video showed Japan’s prime minister, Shinzo Abe, who announces...... -
Simone Selfies Dominate Rio Closing Ceremony
Being the flag bearer in the Closing Ceremony has its privileges. But it also makes you stick out in the crowd.
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Kyle Snyder Just Wanted to Have Fun in Rio
After winning a gold medal in the 97kg weight class, United States wrestler Kyle Snyder discusses the thoughts that ran through his head after winning his final match.
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Frank Molinaro: ‘It's a Huge Sacrifice' to Reach Olympics
Frank Molinaro came close to winning a bronze medal in Rio, and afterward, the U.S. wrestler talked to media in the mixed zone about his experience, including why one of his opponents crossed the line.
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John Smith: Kyle Snyder Has Tools to Reach Next Level
After the final day of the Olympic wrestling tournament, John Smith explains why he thinks Kyle Snyder will be a force in the 2020 Olympic Games.
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A Look Back at the Best Moments From Week 2 of the Olympics
Take a look back at the all of the ups and downs of Week 2 of the Rio Olympic Games.
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Kyle Snyder: ‘Maybe I Was in Shock' After Winning Gold
After winning gold in Rio, Kyle Snyder addressed the media in the mixed zone. When asked why he had such a relatively subdued celebration, Snyder offered that “maybe I was in shock.” Among the other topics he discussed was his desire to join the ranks of John Smith and Jordan Burroughs as an American legend in the sport.
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Kyle Snyder: ‘I Love the High-stakes Matches'
After winning gold in Rio, U.S. wrestler Kyle Snyder talks about his ascent to Olympic champion and why he thrives in big-time matches.
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A Look Back at Day 7 of the Rio Olympics
The stunning upset of the United States women’s soccer team began Day 7, but Katie Ledecky ended the day on a positive note with a gold medal.
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John Smith: Kyle Smith Has Tools to Reach Next Level
After the final day of the Olympic wrestling tournament, John Smith explains why he thinks Kyle Smith will be a force in the 2020 Olympic Games.
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The World Records of the 2016 Rio Olympics
We’ve compiled all the world records that were set at the 2016 Rio Olympics, including Katie Ledecky’s women’s 800m freestyle and many more.
