Cuban Greco-Roman wrestler Mijain Lopez wins record fifth straight gold, retires

Following the match, he placed his shoes in the center of the mat, symbolizing his retirement. PARIS, France — Mijain Lopez has gone out on top. The 41-year-old Cuban wrestler defeated Yasmani Acosta Fernandez of Chile 6-0 in the 130-kilogram final at the Paris Olympics on Tuesday to win his fifth consecutive gold medal in … Read more

Team France, Wembanyama upset Canada in Olympic quarterfinals

France punched its ticket to the Olympics semifinals. They’re set to face a familiar foe. SAN ANTONIO — Team France punched its ticket to the 2024 Olympics basketball semifinals after beating Team Canada wire-to-wire, 82-73, pulling off the upset over a team featuring Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Dillon Brooks.  And the host country’s team managed to … Read more

Team France, Wembanyama defeat Canada in Olympic quarterfinals

France punched its ticket to the Olympic semifinals. SAN ANTONIO — Team France punched its ticket to the Olympic basketball semifinals after beating Team Canada wire-to-wire, 82-73. San Antonio Spurs‘ Victor Wembanyama finished with seven points, 12 rebounds, five assists, one block and three steals. Conseil : ne jamais nous enterrer 🤫🇫🇷 Les Bleus sont … Read more