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Organizers say if elevated bacteria levels persist, the swimming portion of the race will be abandoned and the athletes will compete in a duathlon. PARIS, France — Olympic organizers postponed the men’s triathlon early Tuesday after water quality test results showed the River Seine is still too contaminated in some parts to allow athletes to swim. … Read more

Organizers say if elevated bacteria levels persist, the swimming portion of the race will be abandoned and the athletes will compete in a duathlon. PARIS, France — Olympic organizers postponed the men’s triathlon early Tuesday after water quality test results showed the River Seine is still too contaminated in some parts to allow athletes to swim. … Read more

Despite fencing’s Olympic longevity, fans might need a refresher on the rules. PARIS, France — Fencing is one of just a handful of sports that has been at every iteration of the modern Olympics, but despite its Olympic longevity, fans might need a refresher on the rules.  There are several disciplines of this sport that evolved … Read more

Several events came down to the wire as Americans racked up medals at the Summer Games. PARIS, France — It was a memorable day for Team USA, as the men’s gymnastics team ended a 16-year drought at the team final Monday.  Brody Malone, Stephen Nedoroscik and the rest of the U.S. men delivered a stunning … Read more

As the Olympian circled the pool deck, his wife was holding up at sign to reveal to him the gender of their baby due in January. NANTERRE, France — It’s a girl. That’s the surprise message that American swimmer Ryan Murphy got from the pool deck as he looked up at his wife Bridget Konttinen in … Read more

“I think it really tells women that you can choose motherhood and also be at the top of your game and not have to miss a beat,” Olympian Allyson Felix said. PARIS, France — Competing in any sport at the Olympic level is hard on its own, but some athletes are pulling double duty as … Read more