Olympic Games News

LA28 Olympics cricket qualification: Who is in, who can still qualify?

The USA can qualify as hosts by finishing in the top 15 of the ICC Men's T20I rankings at any point during the qualification period

IOC athlete grant: Why $10,000 payout may not stretch Olympic finances

The IOC's plan to pay eligible Olympians $10,000 marks a historic shift in athlete support, but its multibillion-dollar Olympic-year revenue suggests limited financial pressure

India's 2036 Olympics bid fate to be decided in 2029 under new IOC process

India's bid to host the 2036 Olympics will face a new IOC evaluation process, with the final host city set to be chosen in mid-2029

Casey Wasserman stands firm on LA28 post amid resignation calls from Mayor

Wasserman issued a statement in January that said he regretted his correspondence with Maxwell and that it took place "long before her horrific crimes came to light."

ICC: Knight Riders' venue in Pomona set to power cricket's LA28 return

The development follows the recent confirmation that Los Angeles Knight Riders (LAKR) will host their Major League Cricket (MLC) 2026 matches at this newly established home venue.

Inside Olympic branding: Decoding the meaning behind iconic logos

From traditional motifs rooted in history to modern, experimental designs aimed at global appeal, Olympic logos have evolved significantly over the years

Explained: Why did the IOC ban transgender athletes in women's sports?

IOC will determine eligibility for the women's category primarily through SRY gene screening, a scientific test used to identify the presence or absence of the SRY gene

Infantino under Olympic review after involvement in Trump peace board

Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, Infantino has aligned FIFA closely with the United States government including attending Trump's inauguration last year and making a series of visits to the White House

Olympic politics and marketing history explored in new IOC insider book

Political pressure on Olympic officials, like in the case of the Ukraine skeleton racer's memorial helmet at the Milan Cortina Games, is nothing new, according to a long-time IOC insider.

Olympic chief declines to pressure LA Games chair over Epstein files link

Wasserman has faced calls from lawmakers and those in political circles in LA to step down as chair of the city's Olympic project he has led since it was first a hosting candidate 11 years ago

Are we ready to host 2036 Olympics? Sports secretary cracks whip on NSFs

Cracking the whip on federations, he cautioned officials against treating international competitions as family outings and stressed that administrators must be available for athletes at all times.

India preparing with full strength to host 2036 Olympic Games: PM Modi

The tournament, being held from January 4 to 11, will witness the participation of more than 1,000 players, representing 58 teams, from across the country

Russian athletes should return with flag, anthem, IOC recommends globally

Athletes have a fundamental right to access sport across the world, and to compete free from political interference or pressure from governmental organisations

CAS overturns FIS ban, Opening Olympic path for Russian, Belarusian skiers

Russia's sports minister, Mikhail Degtyaryov, announced the outcome on social media, describing it as a significant legal victory.

IOC eyes ban on transgender women athletes in female Olympic competitions

IOC President Kirsty Coventry has emphasized the need for a unified approach across all Olympic sports.

FIBA: Basketball at 2028 Olympics in LA will start two days in advance

It is unclear if the men's tournament, the women's tournament or both will start before the official opening

India in continuous dialogue phase with IOC on 2036 bid: Sports ministry

The 'Continuous Dialogue' phase involves a feasibility assessment by the IOC of the interested party's preparedness

Trump sets up task force to prepare for 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles

The 2028 Games will be the first Olympics to be hosted by the US since the 2002 Winter Games in Salt Lake City, Utah

Trump to sign order creating task force for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

Trump has been an enthusiastic booster for major international sporting events scheduled to occur in the US under his watch, boasting about both the Olympics and the 2026 FIFA World Cup

India's doping crisis is threatening its dream of hosting 2036 Olympics

Country's athletes have had one of the worst records in testing positive for banned substances