Olympic Games News & Breaking Stories

Record-breaking Tour de France win for Sir Mark Cavendish may lead to Paris Olympics participation, delaying possible retirement decision.

Transgender runner Nikki Hiltz qualifies for U.S. Olympic team with record-breaking time in women's 1500-meter race. Inspiring Pride Month victory.

NFL player Jonathan Owens to support wife Simone Biles at Olympics, taking time off training camp with the Chicago Bears.

Hezly Rivera, 16, from Plano, is the youngest on Team USA for the Paris Olympics. Dreams do come true!

Simone Biles secures spot on U.S. Olympic team, heading to Tokyo with a strong team of experienced gymnasts. #Tokyo2024 #SimoneBiles

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone breaks world record in 400m hurdles at US Olympic Trials, solidifying her dominance as the greatest of all time.

WBO World Super Lightweight champ Teofimo Lopez retains title after dominating decision win over Steve Claggett in a thrilling fight.

Simone Biles dominates U.S. Olympic trials, securing lead for Paris Olympics. Contenders exit due to injuries, leaving veterans in the mix.

Alex Morgan left off U.S. Olympic roster by coach Emma Hayes, signaling a shift in team focus towards 2027 Women's World Cup.

Athing Mu falls during 800m race at US track trials, crushing Olympic hopes. Sports fans reminded of trials' unforgiving nature.

Michael Phelps responds to Australian swimmer's anti-American comments, warning U.S. swimmers to use negativity as motivation for Paris 2024.

Olympic swimmer Lilly King surprises fans with engagement ring after qualifying for Paris 2024 Olympics, making history in swimming community.

Coco Gauff to lead U.S. tennis team at Paris Olympics after missing Tokyo Games. Young stars and veterans set to compete.

Caitlin Clark's snub from the 2024 U.S. Olympic women's basketball team highlights the lack of spotlight on international women's basketball.

Simone Biles dominates U.S. Gymnastics Championships, eyeing second Olympic gold, while competition heats up for remaining spots on team.

New USWNT head coach Emma Hayes led the team to a 4-0 victory over South Korea, with Mallory Swanson and Tierna Davidson scoring twice each.

Simone Biles shines at Core Hydration Classic, winning all-around title with impressive routines, while Gabby Douglas struggles and withdraws.

Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk battle for heavyweight supremacy on May 18 in Saudi Arabia, airing live on DAZN and ESPN+.

Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk face off in historic undisputed title fight, with Fury holding the edge in height and reach.

Don't miss the clash between Lomachenko and Kambosos Jr for the IBF lightweight world title. Watch live streams with a VPN.

Former MLB player Sean Burroughs dies at 43 while coaching son's Little League game. Career included Olympic gold medal and struggles.

Kim Kardashian roasted Tom Brady at Netflix's event, getting booed by the crowd. She joked about dating rumors and Caitlyn Jenner.

Isaac Mpofu hailed after impressive Boston Marathon finish, secures Olympic spot, praised for maturity and mindset by National Athletics Association.

Collin Morikawa eyes Masters win for career Grand Slam, drawing on major experience. Confident and focused, he aims for victory.

Henry Cejudo's career was on the line at UFC 298. Merab Dvalishvili won, and Robert Whittaker and Ian Garry also triumphed.

Julie Mazziotta is the Sports Editor at PEOPLE, covering everything from the NFL to tennis to Simone Biles and Tom Brady.

U.S. skier River Radamus scores career-best super-G result and jokes about making room for himself in next year's speed team photo.

"Queen Margrethe II of Denmark announces abdication in favor of her son, Crown Prince Frederik, who will become the new king."

French superstar Kylian Mbappe's future is uncertain, but he has big plans for 2024, including a possible transfer and winning awards.

Olympic gymnast Mary Lou Retton is "fighting for her life" in the ICU with pneumonia, according to her daughter.

Simone Biles wins her sixth individual all-around title at the world championships, becoming the most decorated gymnast in history.

Julianne Hough, a veteran of Dancing With the Stars, will serve as emcee of Season 32 alongside Alfonso Ribeiro.

The USWNT returned in style, thrashing South Africa 3-0 in a farewell match for Julie Ertz. Vintage performance proves their quality.

Germany upsets the US basketball team, defeating them 113-111 in the World Cup semifinals, leaving the US without a gold medal.

Justin Thomas, despite being a polarizing pick, may be the key to the US team's success in the Ryder Cup due to his emotional leadership and ability to rally the team.

American sprinter Noah Lyles stirs controversy after expressing his opinion on the NBA's status as the pinnacle of the sport.

Simone Biles wins her record eighth U.S. Championship, solidifying her status as the greatest gymnast of all time.

Former Canadian Olympic figure skater Alexandra Paul has died at age 31 in a car accident in Ontario.

The Navarrete vs Valdez fight for the WBO world super featherweight title will be available for free streaming in Mexico.

Virgin Galactic successfully launched its first tourist passengers into space, marking a major milestone in the company's pursuit of space tourism. The three passengers experienced weightlessness and admired views of Earth and space before safely landing in New Mexico. This achievement fulfills a nearly two-decade-old promise by founder Richard Branson to bring tourists into space. The flight also establishes Virgin Galactic as a competitor in the suborbital space tourism sector.

Simone Biles makes triumphant comeback at US Classic, proving her skills and inspiring mental health support for athletes.

Simone Biles' return to gymnastics has reignited the conversation around "the twisties" she experienced in Tokyo, shedding light on the mental health issues associated with the condition.

T&T boxers are set to compete at the Pan American Boxing Qualifiers, aiming to earn qualifying berths for the Olympic Games.

Gymnastics superstar Simone Biles to return to competition at US Classic.