Olympics
One Extraordinary (Olympic) Photo: David Goldman captures rare look at triathlon swimming
David Goldman takes a closer look at his AP photo of triathlon swimming.
Associated Press
July 31, 2024
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Olympics
Spain tops group at the Olympics, Brazil’s Marta sent off in last major tournament
By ANNE M. PETERSON AP Soccer Writer MARSEILLE, France (AP) — Athenea del Castillo and Alexia Putellas both scored and Spain defeated Brazil 2-0 in an Olympic group finale that was spoiled for the Brazilians when captain Marta was sent
Associated Press
July 31, 2024
Olympics
AP PHOTOS: With the Paris Games as their canvas, people are enjoying the City of Light
Paris has much to offer its residents and any visitor.
Associated Press
July 31, 2024
Olympics
US Olympic basketball team is eager to find balance between being players and being fans
PARIS (AP) — The U.S. men’s basketball team is headed to the athletes village on Friday to mingle with fellow Olympians before the opening ceremony. Next week, the group wants to see Simone Biles compete. Stephen Curry hopes to watch
Associated Press
July 31, 2024
Olympics
Even with restrictive rules, swimsuit wars heat up in an Olympic year
The iconic LZR Racer, the swimsuit that Michael Phelps wore while winning eight golds medals at the Beijing Olympics, is still revered around Speedo’s design center. It serves as a reminder of just how much a suit can push a
Associated Press
July 31, 2024
Olympics
Bernard Arnault has been dubbed the Olympics’ godfather. Here’s how he built LVMH’s fortune
PARIS (AP) — For decades, France’s LVMH has been the face of luxury for the wealthy who tote Louis Vuitton bags, don Christian Dior clothing, spritz Bulgari perfume and sip Veuve Clicquot Champagne. This week, the world’s dominant luxury group
Associated Press
July 31, 2024
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France’s Beaugrand and Britain’s Yee win Olympic triathlon after concerns about Seine water quality
PARIS (AP) — One triathlon race had the rain-slickened streets. The other had the heat. Both had the scenery and, of course, the Seine. After a couple of canceled swim practices and a delay because of the river’s water quality,
Associated Press
July 31, 2024
Olympics
Gray-haired sprinters are rare at the Olympics. Irish runner Thomas Barr is an exception
SAINT-DENIS, France (AP) — Gray-haired Olympians are usually found in sports like sailing, shooting, and equestrian. Not on the track. Irish sprinter Thomas Barr is an exception. Having turned gray prematurely in his late teens, the now 32-year-old Barr hardly
Associated Press
July 31, 2024
Olympics
At the Olympic beach volleyball venue, the Eiffel Tower stars in a très French show
PARIS (AP) — The biggest beach volleyball star at the Paris Olympics can’t set, spike or dive around the sand. But she sure is pretty. The Eiffel Tower has been stealing the show from the competition below at the Summer
Associated Press
July 31, 2024