Topic: Olympics
Olympic athletes describe power of sport to change world
Leading athletes, influencers and innovators have been sharing their thoughts on the role that sport can play in building a better world for all, in UN-led online discussions held to coincide with the Tokyo Olympics.
Olympics host Tokyo records another infection peak
The city of Tokyo registered another peak in daily COVID-19 cases, the Kyodo news agency has reported, at more than 3,000.
Mirabai Chanu: India’s newest Olympic superstar
Star weightlifter from Manipur, Mirabai Chanu created history on Saturday as she overcame her Rio heartbreak to become the first Indian weightlifter to win the silver medal at the Olympic Games.
Weightlifter Mirabai Chanu wins India’s 1st Olympics medal
Weightlifter Mirabai Chanu gave India its first medal at Tokyo 2020 as she won the silver medal in the women's 49kg category as China's Zhihu Hou took gold.
Roger Federer withdraws from Olympics due to injury
Swiss tennis legend Roger Federer announced his withdrawal from Tokyo Olympics due to a "setback" with his knee. The 20-time Grand Slam champion was...
Tokyo Olympics authorities say they will create model for pandemic Games
The Tokyo Olympics will provide a model for hosting the Games during a pandemic after rising infections forced organisers to ban spectators at most events, Tokyo 2020 CEO Toshiro Muto said on Sunday.
