Olympics, in future, will test local support before awarding Games

The International Olympic Committee is suggesting that future candidate cities might be required to hold an advance referendum.

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Breakdancing receives provisional approval for Summer Olympics

Breakdancing — along with surfing, skateboarding and sport climbing — received provisional approval to be included as a sport at the 2024 Summer Olympics.

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Two Italian cities win vote to host 2026 Winter Olympics

The Italian cities of Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo beat out a rival bid from Sweden and will host the bidding for the 2026 Winter Olympics.

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Mayor Eric Garcetti projects $1-billion profit for 2028 L.A. Olympics

L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti projects an unprecedented billion-dollar surplus for the 2028 Olympics.

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IAAF argued in court that Caster Semenya is ‘biologically male’

The governing body of track argued that Caster Semenya is "biologically male" and that is the reason she should reduce her natural testosterone to be allowed to compete in female competitions, according to documents released publicly by sport's highest court for the first time on Tuesday.

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Allyson Felix finds a much stronger voice after birth of daughter

Six-time Olympic champion Allyson Felix learned after the birth of her first child that she was obligated to speak her own truths.

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Young, small, but mighty: Skateboarder Sky Brown shreds path toward Olympics

By the time skateboarder Sky Brown is 12 she might match the record as the youngest athlete ever to compete in the Summer Olympics.

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Former Michigan State dean found guilty of neglect and misconduct in Larry Nassar case

A former dean who had oversight of Larry Nassar at Michigan State has been found guilty of neglect of duty but acquitted on a criminal sexual conduct charge.

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