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Rays say it may take 'weeks' to fully assess damage at Tropicana Field, after Milton struck region
Read full article: Rays say it may take 'weeks' to fully assess damage at Tropicana Field, after Milton struck regionThe Tampa Bay Rays say it may take weeks to fully assess how much damage was done to Tropicana Field, which saw its roof ripped to shreds by the force of Hurricane Milton as the deadly storm barreled across much of Florida.
Brazil's Lula praises Olympic athletes at presidential palace
Read full article: Brazil's Lula praises Olympic athletes at presidential palaceBrazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on Monday was meeting with nearly three dozen athletes from the nation’s Olympic delegation in the capital, Brasilia.
Jordan Chiles says panel's call for her to return Olympic bronze is 'unjust' and 'significant blow'
Read full article: Jordan Chiles says panel's call for her to return Olympic bronze is 'unjust' and 'significant blow'American gymnast Jordan Chiles called an arbitration panel’s decision that she must return the bronze medal she was awarded in the floor exercise at the Paris Olympics “unjust” and a “significant blow” in a message she posted on social media.
Who performed at the Olympic closing ceremony? Snoop, Dr. Dre, Billie Eilish, Red Hot Chili Peppers
Read full article: Who performed at the Olympic closing ceremony? Snoop, Dr. Dre, Billie Eilish, Red Hot Chili PeppersSnoop Dogg brought out Dr. Dre, Billie Eilish and Red Hot Chili Peppers all performed from a California beachside during the handover to the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
U.S. again beats China in Olympic medals table after they tie for gold; France exceeds expectations
Read full article: U.S. again beats China in Olympic medals table after they tie for gold; France exceeds expectationsThe contest for most gold medals at the Paris Olympics ended in a 40-40 tie between China and the United States.
Paris Olympics Memorable Moments: Simone Biles was the star but the spotlight reached many faces
Read full article: Paris Olympics Memorable Moments: Simone Biles was the star but the spotlight reached many facesSimone Biles stole the show at the Paris Olympics with a captivating comeback that had everyone watching everything she did both in and out of the gymnasium.
Paris and the Olympics have changed each other during their summer fling
Read full article: Paris and the Olympics have changed each other during their summer flingDuring the 2024 Olympics, crowds from Paris to Tahiti have surprised even themselves with their enthusiasm for two and a half weeks of sports.
Jordan Chiles has been stripped of a gymnastics bronze medal, but the USOPC says it will appeal
Read full article: Jordan Chiles has been stripped of a gymnastics bronze medal, but the USOPC says it will appealU.S. Olympic officials say they will appeal a court ruling that resulted in American gymnast Jordan Chiles being asked to return the bronze medal she won in the Paris Olympics floor exercise.
Romanian gymnast could replace Jordan Chiles as bronze medalist in floor exercise after court ruling
Read full article: Romanian gymnast could replace Jordan Chiles as bronze medalist in floor exercise after court rulingThe International Gymnastics Federation restored Romanian gymnast Ana Barbosu to third in the women’s floor exercise final on Saturday, potentially forcing American gymnast Jordan Chiles to return the bronze she won in the event.
The final image of Simone Biles at the Olympics was a symbol of joy — and where the sport is going
Read full article: The final image of Simone Biles at the Olympics was a symbol of joy — and where the sport is goingGymnasts Simone Biles, Jordan Chiles and Rebeca Andrade ended the 2024 Olympics with a moment symbolic of where they hope the sport is headed.
Paris Olympics Day 10: Biles closes out with her 11th career medal — a silver in floor exercise
Read full article: Paris Olympics Day 10: Biles closes out with her 11th career medal — a silver in floor exerciseSimone Biles wrapped up her final day of the Paris Olympics with more hardware for the greatest gymnast of her generation.
Fans of the Olympics find a new star. And Laurie Hernandez is not even competing this time
Read full article: Fans of the Olympics find a new star. And Laurie Hernandez is not even competing this timeTwo-time Olympic medal-winning gymnast Laurie Hernandez's fresh approach to her new role as a TV analyst has made her a fan favorite.
Simone Biles and Leon Marchand headline memorable moments at the halfway point of the Paris Olympics
Read full article: Simone Biles and Leon Marchand headline memorable moments at the halfway point of the Paris OlympicsThe Paris Olympics at the halfway mark have brought the world “The Pommel Horse Guy,” a rugby star and social media sensation who wants to be on on reality show “Love Island” and “The Real John Wick” in the form of a 51-year-old Turkish shooter.
Simone Biles says she loves her 'black job,' an apparent clapback at Donald Trump
Read full article: Simone Biles says she loves her 'black job,' an apparent clapback at Donald TrumpOlympic gymnastics champion Simone Biles has entered the fray of the U_S_ presidential race with a social media post that appears to clap back at Donald Trump’s comment about “Black jobs.”.
Paris Olympics Day 6: Simone Biles shines for all-around gold; Summer McIntosh wins another medal
Read full article: Paris Olympics Day 6: Simone Biles shines for all-around gold; Summer McIntosh wins another medalSimone Biles dazzled once again to win the gold medal in the women's all-around gymnastics final at the Paris Olympics.
Simone Biles makes history with second all-around Olympic gymnastics title, 8 years after her first
Read full article: Simone Biles makes history with second all-around Olympic gymnastics title, 8 years after her firstSimone Biles edged Rebeca Andrade of Brazil during a tense all-around gymnastics final Thursday to become a two-time Olympic champion.
Olympics gymnastics latest: Simone Biles, Sunisa Lee seek another gold medal in all-around final
Read full article: Olympics gymnastics latest: Simone Biles, Sunisa Lee seek another gold medal in all-around finalSimone Biles, fresh off leading the U.S. women’s gymnastics team back to the gold medal in team competition, returns to the mat today for the Paris Olympics all-around finals.
The Latest: Simone Biles and Team USA win women's gymnastics team gold
Read full article: The Latest: Simone Biles and Team USA win women's gymnastics team goldSimone Biles and the U.S. women took the gold the gymnastics team final at the 2024 Paris Olympics, completing their ‘redemption tour’ after taking second in the 2021 Tokyo games.
Paris Olympics brings out hoses and misters to cool down fans during heat wave
Read full article: Paris Olympics brings out hoses and misters to cool down fans during heat waveMost parts of France are enduring a heat wave mere days after the 2024 Olympics launched with a rain-soaked opening ceremony.
American gymnast Shilese Jones pointing toward 2028 Olympics following knee injury at US trials
Read full article: American gymnast Shilese Jones pointing toward 2028 Olympics following knee injury at US trialsAmerican gymnast Shilese Jones is aiming for the 2028 Olympics after a left knee injury ended her shot at reaching Paris.
What to watch for the Paris Olympics: Simone Biles leads US in gymnastics final Tuesday, July 30
Read full article: What to watch for the Paris Olympics: Simone Biles leads US in gymnastics final Tuesday, July 30Simone Biles leads the United States women into the gymnastics team final as part of an action-packed slate Tuesday at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Olympic qualifying wasn't the first time Simone Biles tweaked an injury. That's simply gymnastics
Read full article: Olympic qualifying wasn't the first time Simone Biles tweaked an injury. That's simply gymnasticsAmerican gymnastics star Simone Biles will have to navigate the rest of the Olympics with a left calf injury.
Simone Biles shakes off a calf injury to dominate during Olympic gymnastics qualifying
Read full article: Simone Biles shakes off a calf injury to dominate during Olympic gymnastics qualifyingSimone Biles posted an all-around total of 59.566 during Olympic qualifying inside a packed and star-studded Bercy Arena in Paris despite complaining of a left calf injury that had her limping.
Bears safety Jonathan Owens taking break from camp to support wife Simone Biles at the Olympics
Read full article: Bears safety Jonathan Owens taking break from camp to support wife Simone Biles at the OlympicsChicago Bears safety Jonathan Owens has arranged to take leave from training camp and is heading to Paris Monday night to watch his wife Simone Biles compete for the U.S. gymnastics team.
US viewers' Olympic interest is down, poll finds, except for Simone Biles
Read full article: US viewers' Olympic interest is down, poll finds, except for Simone BilesOn the heels of low ratings for the coronavirus pandemic-marred Tokyo and Beijing Olympics, Paris may not do much better among U.S. viewers.
Biles, Richardson, Osaka comebacks 'bigger than them.' They highlight issues facing Black women
Read full article: Biles, Richardson, Osaka comebacks 'bigger than them.' They highlight issues facing Black womenNaomi Osaka will join gymnastics icon Simone Biles and track and field star Sha’Carri Richardson on the Olympic stage.
Biles, Osaka and Phelps spoke up about mental health. Has anything changed for the Paris Olympics?
Read full article: Biles, Osaka and Phelps spoke up about mental health. Has anything changed for the Paris Olympics?Athletes heading to the Paris Olympics have more access than ever to resources in the once-taboo realm of mental health and many sound more willing than ever to use them.
Serena Williams hosts an ESPY awards show celebrating landmark year for women's sports
Read full article: Serena Williams hosts an ESPY awards show celebrating landmark year for women's sportsLed by host Serena Williams, The ESPYS celebrated a landmark year for women’s sports, with Simone Biles, A’ja Wilson, Caitlin Clark, Dawn Staley and JuJu Watkins among the honorees on Thursday nigh at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.
SZA shows off gymnastics skills in a friendly handstand contest with Simone Biles
Read full article: SZA shows off gymnastics skills in a friendly handstand contest with Simone BilesSZA might be known for hit songs like “Kill Bill” and “Snooze,” but the R&B star unveiled another impressive skill beyond music that drew high praise from gymnastics superstar Simone Biles.
Graduation, lack of opportunity force most gymnasts to quit. A women's league is out to change that
Read full article: Graduation, lack of opportunity force most gymnasts to quit. A women's league is out to change thatA new professional women's gymnastics league is hoping to give athletes a chance to walk away from the sport on their terms.
Simone Biles cruises to 9th national title and gives Olympic champ Sunisa Lee a boost along the way
Read full article: Simone Biles cruises to 9th national title and gives Olympic champ Sunisa Lee a boost along the wayGymnastics star Simone Biles cruised to a record ninth U.S. Championship, giving good friend Sunisa Lee a boost along the way.
Skye Blakely ‘shut down’ after the 2021 Olympic trials. A mental coach helped bring her back
Read full article: Skye Blakely ‘shut down’ after the 2021 Olympic trials. A mental coach helped bring her backGymnast Skye Blakely says working on her mental health has helped put her in the mix for the 2024 Olympics.
Simone Biles, looking perhaps better than ever, surges to early lead at US Championships
Read full article: Simone Biles, looking perhaps better than ever, surges to early lead at US ChampionshipsSimone Biles put herself in position to win a ninth national gymnastics title, stringing together four occasionally brilliant rotations to take a massive lead at the U.S. Championships.
Simone Biles shows she’s still in form during pre-Olympic gymnastics showcase
Read full article: Simone Biles shows she’s still in form during pre-Olympic gymnastics showcaseBiles is trying to make her third Olympic team and is looking for redemption after she pulled out of multiple events at the Tokyo Olympics due to mental health struggles.
Simone Biles shines in return while Gabby Douglas scratches after a shaky start at the U.S. Classic
Read full article: Simone Biles shines in return while Gabby Douglas scratches after a shaky start at the U.S. ClassicSimone Biles certainly looks ready for Paris with more than two months to go before the Olympic games begin.
Simone Biles wants to turn her post-Olympic tour into a celebration. The guys are coming along too
Read full article: Simone Biles wants to turn her post-Olympic tour into a celebration. The guys are coming along tooGymnastics star Simone Biles is taking her show on the road following the Paris Olympics.
Olympic champion Suni Lee back in form after debilitating kidney ailment
Read full article: Olympic champion Suni Lee back in form after debilitating kidney ailmentOlympic gymnastics all-around champion Suni Lee revealed that at the height of dealing with a kidney disease last year, she questioned whether a return to top form was even possible.
Gymnastics star Simone Biles named AP Female Athlete of the Year a third time after dazzling return
Read full article: Gymnastics star Simone Biles named AP Female Athlete of the Year a third time after dazzling returnAmerican gymnast Simone Biles is the Associated Press Female Athlete of the Year for 2023.
Taylor Swift on hand at Lambeau Field to watch Travis Kelce, Chiefs face Packers
Read full article: Taylor Swift on hand at Lambeau Field to watch Travis Kelce, Chiefs face PackersTaylor Swift is on hand at Lambeau Field to watch Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs in their Sunday night game against the Green Bay Packers.
Make it 23 titles: Unstoppable Biles wraps up world championships comeback with 2 more gold medals
Read full article: Make it 23 titles: Unstoppable Biles wraps up world championships comeback with 2 more gold medalsSimone Biles has won two more gold medals at the 2023 gymnastics world championships.
Rebeca Andrade wins vault's world title, denies Biles another gold medal at world championships
Read full article: Rebeca Andrade wins vault's world title, denies Biles another gold medal at world championshipsRebeca Andrade of Brazil has denied Simone Biles a 22nd world title by winning the women’s vault competition ahead of the American superstar.
Simone Biles wins 6th all-around title at worlds to become most decorated gymnast in history
Read full article: Simone Biles wins 6th all-around title at worlds to become most decorated gymnast in historySimone Biles has won the individual all-around title at the world championships for the sixth time to become the most decorated gymnast in history.
Simone Biles leads U.S. women to record 7th straight team title at gymnastics world championships
Read full article: Simone Biles leads U.S. women to record 7th straight team title at gymnastics world championshipsLed by Simone Biles, the U.S. women have won a record seventh consecutive team title at the gymnastics world championships.
Pre-med Florida junior Leanne Wong chases a spot on the US Olympic gymnastics team
Read full article: Pre-med Florida junior Leanne Wong chases a spot on the US Olympic gymnastics teamCollege student Leanne Wong is balancing being a pre-med student with competing for both the University of Florida and in elite gymnastics competitions.
Simone Biles is trying to enjoy the moment after a two-year break. The Olympic talk can come later
Read full article: Simone Biles is trying to enjoy the moment after a two-year break. The Olympic talk can come laterGymnastics superstar Simone Biles is not getting ahead of herself in her return from a two-year break.
The buzz around Simone Biles' return is papable. The gymnastics star seems intent on tuning it out
Read full article: The buzz around Simone Biles' return is papable. The gymnastics star seems intent on tuning it outSimone Biles looked sharp in her final preparations on the eve of her return to competitive gymnastics.
USA Gymnastics to expand its partnership with Nike, a sign it's gaining trust in the post-Nassar era
Read full article: USA Gymnastics to expand its partnership with Nike, a sign it's gaining trust in the post-Nassar eraUSA Gymnastics and Nike have reached an agreement on a sponsorship deal that will carry through the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Olympic gymnastics champion Gabby Douglas says she is aiming for the 2024 Paris Games
Read full article: Olympic gymnastics champion Gabby Douglas says she is aiming for the 2024 Paris GamesGabby Douglas, the first Black woman to win the Olympic all-around gymnastics title, is taking aim at the 2024 Games in Paris.
Famous Twitter users disavow Musk over verification return
Read full article: Famous Twitter users disavow Musk over verification returnCelebrities, professional athletes and other high-profile Twitter users are once again being verified by the social media platform and they don’t know why the blue check marks reappeared — nor do they seem too happy about it.
FBI open to settling claims by gymnasts abused by Nassar
Read full article: FBI open to settling claims by gymnasts abused by NassarThe FBI has reached out to attorneys representing Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles and other women who say they were sexually assaulted by Larry Nassar to begin settlement talks in the $1 billion claim they brought against the federal government.
Biden to award Medal of Freedom to Biles, McCain, Giffords
Read full article: Biden to award Medal of Freedom to Biles, McCain, GiffordsThe White House says President Joe Biden will present the nation's highest civilian honor to 17 people, including gymnast Simone Biles, actor Denzel Washington and the late Arizona Republican Sen. John McCain, with whom Biden served in the Senate.
Larry Nassar loses last appeal in sexual assault scandal
Read full article: Larry Nassar loses last appeal in sexual assault scandalThe Michigan Supreme Court has rejected a final appeal from sports doctor Larry Nassar, who was sentenced to decades in prison for sexually assaulting gymnasts, including Olympic medalists.
Simone Biles, other women seek $1B-plus from FBI over Nassar
Read full article: Simone Biles, other women seek $1B-plus from FBI over NassarOlympic gold medalist Simone Biles and dozens of other women who say they were sexually assaulted by Larry Nassar are seeking more than $1 billion from the FBI for failing to stop the sports doctor.
NBC defends Shiffrin coverage, suggests sexism by critics
Read full article: NBC defends Shiffrin coverage, suggests sexism by criticsNBC Sports offered a full-throated defense of how it covered skier Mikaela Shiffrin's shocking Olympics flameout, which drew criticism in some circles for being cruel.
News headlines of 2021: How much do you remember? Take this quiz to find out.
Read full article: News headlines of 2021: How much do you remember? Take this quiz to find out.We might not be able to claim that 2021 was *the* wildest year in recent history (2020 will likely get that credit for quite some time), but it might be a close second.