Romanian PM to boycott Olympics’ closing ceremony after ‘scandalous situation’ in gymnastics ruling

Romanian gymnastics great Nadia Comaneci also lashed out after the event, writing on X, “I can’t believe we play with athletes mental health and emotions like this.” PARIS, France — Romania’s Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu said Tuesday that he will boycott the Paris Olympics ’ closing ceremony due to a “scandalous situation” that cost a Romanian gymnast … Read more

After shorter race held Monday, test run for Olympic marathon swim canceled over water quality

Triathlon athletes were able to swim in the Seine Monday, but the marathon runs through a much longer section of the waterway. PARIS, France — A test run meant to allow Olympic athletes to familiarize themselves with the marathon swimming course in the Seine River was canceled Tuesday over concerns about water quality in the … Read more

Snoop Dogg is everywhere at the Paris Olympics and viewers can’t get enough

The rapper carried the Olympic torch, swam with Michael Phelps, attended an equestrian event with Martha Stewart and danced with Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles. PARIS, France — Snoop Dogg steps out of a sleek black SUV, his entourage in tow, as a Parisian crowd erupts into chants of “Snoop, Snoop, Snoop!” outside the NBC … Read more

Kenya’s Faith Kipyegon has 5000m silver reinstated after successful appeal

Officials initially disqualified her for making contact with Ethiopia’s Gudaf Tsegay during the final laps of the race. PARIS, France — Kenyan runner Faith Kipyegon had her silver medal reinstated after she was initially disqualified in the women’s 5000-meter race.  In the final laps of the race, there was a back and forth of pushing … Read more