The days of the “perfect 10” are no more. Here’s how gymnastics scoring works at the Olympics and how to spot a “good” score. PARIS, France — If you’re tuning into the women’s Olympics gymnastics finals looking for the perfect 10, sorry, that’s so 1992. The International Gymnastics Federation tweaked the system after the 2004 … Read more
That’s not a typo on the Olympics broadcast, Morocco’s abbreviation is ‘MAR’ and it has left some fans confused. Here’s the explanation. WASHINGTON — Viewers tuning into the Paris Olympics while Morocco has been competing may wonder why the country’s abbreviation is listed as “MAR.” The reason is actually pretty simple, and it’s a question … Read more
“It always happens here at the French Open to me. Every time,” Gauff said, holding a tennis ball in one hand and her racket in the other while pleading her case. PARIS, France — Coco Gauff was left in tears after getting into an extended argument with the chair umpire over a ruling during the … Read more
By the time Nedoroscik neared his dismount, he knew his job was complete. The celebration began before his feet even hit the mat. PARIS, France — Sam Mikulak pulled Stephen Nedoroscik close and tasked the American pommel horse specialist with the impossible. The U.S. men’s gymnastics team’s first Olympic medal in 16 years a solitary routine away, Mikulak … 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
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