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The Olympics is the most prestigious multisport gathering for athletes worldwide. Held every four years, the most recent Summer Games were held in Paris, and the next Winter Games are set to be take place in Milan.

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Reports & Analysis

Israeli players stand for the anthem ahead of their game vs. Italy

Why does Israel play in European football leagues?

Why does Israel play in European football leagues?

Clashes after the Europa League match between Ajax Amsterdam and Maccabi Tel Aviv demonstrate Israel's unique position.
SportsNovember 9, 2024
Imane Khelif bites her gold medal from boxing in the Paris Olympics

Algeria condemns 'baseless' Imane Khelif medical leak

Algeria condemns 'baseless' Imane Khelif medical leak

Months after winning gold in the Paris Olympics, Algeria's Imane Khelif has been under continued criticism.
SportsNovember 6, 2024
Competitors at the Khelo Indian Winter Games celebrate their success

India sees remarkable winter sports transformation

India sees remarkable winter sports transformation

India's athletes are preparing for a historic year in a country with a huge potential for winter sports.
SportsOctober 27, 2024
Nyara Sabally, Sabrina Ionescu and Leonie Fiebrich celebrate winning the WNBA title

Fiebich and Sabally win WNBA championship for New York

Fiebich and Sabally win WNBA championship for New York

German stars Leonie Fiebich and Nyara Sabally helped the New York Liberty win their first WNBA championship.
SportsOctober 15, 2024
Ivan Litvinovich holds up the gold medal from the Paris Olympics

Ukraine wants action after Belarus Olympic medalist ceremony

Ukraine wants action after Belarus Olympic medalist ceremony

The ceremony, held on Belarus' National Unity Day, appears to violate Olympic neutrality rules. Ukraine wants action.
SportsSeptember 19, 2024
IOC President Thomas Bach waving the Olympic flag

IOC President: Who will succeed Thomas Bach?

IOC President: Who will succeed Thomas Bach?

DW looks at the seven candidates aiming to become the next president of the International Olympic Committee.
SportsSeptember 16, 20248 images
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In the spotlight

A man with prosthetic limbs runs on a track with the Eiffel Tower in the background

Drawing to a close, Paris Paralympics leave their mark

A huge success, the 2024 Paralympic Games has boosted awareness and prompted Paris to make streets more accessible.
SportsSeptember 8, 202402:18 min
A shadow of an athlete on a blue mat bearing whitel Olympic rings

How to beat the post-Olympic blues

After a major sports tournament or Olympic Games, many athletes report feeling listless or depressed.
SportsAugust 15, 2024
Sya Dembele, known as Syssy of Team France, doing a hand stand with her legs split during the breaking competition in Paris

Breaking enjoys its Olympic moment — but for how long?

Breaking has made its Olympic debut in Paris, but it won't return at the 2028 Games. What does it mean for the sport?
SportsAugust 10, 2024
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