Olympic Roundup: Paris 2024 Unveils Mascots; Tokyo Bribery Scandal Continues to Grow
One of the two mascot characters, the “Paralympic Phryge,” has a running blade on his right leg, marking the first Olympic mascot with a visible disability.
IOC ‘Beginning to Think About’ Letting Russian Athletes Return to Competition
“We know that the IOC is beginning to think about whether there is a pathway back for the Russian athletes,” USOPC chair Susanne Lyons said.
Olympic Roundup: 35 Countries Call For More Russia Sanctions; Griner Pleads Guilty
Representatives of 35 nations, including the U.S., signed a statement last week seeking more sanctions on Russia and Belarus.
Katie Ledecky Signs with Wasserman Agent Dan Levy
Ledecky announced last week that she is turning pro, and now has signed with sports agent Dan Levy of Wasserman.
Collegiate Women Sports Award to Air on CBS featuring Stanford’s Felicia Lee
The Collegiate Women Sports Award Presented by Honda announced today that CBS will air the live announcement of the Honda Cup on Monday, June 30, at 5 pm PST/8 pm EST, from the USC Galen Center Founders Room in Los Angeles, Calif.