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7-Time Female Olympian Elected as Tokyo Olympics Head After Former’s Sexist Remarks
In response to the recent controversy surrounding its former president, the organizing committee of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic…
Malaysian Squash Star Nicol Ann David Leads ‘Greatest Athlete of All Time’ Poll
Beloved Malaysian squash star Nicol Ann David is leading the online poll for World Games’ “Greatest Athlete of…
Oldest Living Person in the World Will Carry the Olympic Torch in Tokyo Olympics
Kane Tanaka, the world’s oldest living person at 117, will remain the torchbearer at the Tokyo Olympic and…
Japanese Olympic Fencer Now Delivers Uber Eats to Stay Fit, Make Money
Japanese fencer Ryo Miyake has turned to Uber Eats as a means to maintain his fitness and make…
Tokyo Olympics Could Be Cancelled in May Because of Coronavirus
By May 2020, the International Olympic Committee will assess if the international coronavirus situation warrants canceling the Tokyo…
2 Indian Buffalo Racers Reportedly Beat Usain Bolt’s 100 Meter Record
A 28-year-old construction worker from India has been called for trials by the country’s sports ministry after he…
Iran’s Only Female Olympic Medalist Defects to Europe
Iran’s sole female Olympic medalist has permanently left home for Europe. In an Instagram post over the weekend,…
Speed Skater Apolo Ohno to be Inducted Into US Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame
Retired short track speed skater Apolo Anton Ohno will be inducted into the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall…
Japanese Artists Turn Countries Into Anime Samurai Characters for 2020 Olympics
A “World Flag Portal Site” in Japan has reimagined the different participating countries in the upcoming 2020 Tokyo…
Former U.S. National Skiing Champ Will Compete for China in 2022 Olympics
Chinese netizens are cheering the decision of a talented Chinese American skier to compete for China instead of…
Chloe Kim and Family Always Worried of Being Judged After Olympics Fame
Olympic snowboarding star Chloe Kim opened up about the tremendous pressure of representing Asian Americans in athletics at…
Heartthrob Chinese Olympic Swimmer Ning Zetao Retires
Competitive Chinese swimmer Ning Zetao, who competed in the 2016 Olympics and made a big splash with his dashing…
