An Olympic Swimmer Who Battled COVID-19 Twice Is Now A Gold Medalist
Great Britain's Tom Dean was diagnosed with COVID for a second time just a few months ahead of the Olympic trials. Now he has two gold medals in Tokyo.
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Simone Biles Highlights The Unique Stresses Athletes Feel At The Tokyo Olympics
Biles' teammates applauded her decision to take care of her mental well-being. But she's not the only athlete who has spoken about the pressures of performing at the Games.
Olympic Pressure And How Black Athletes Balance Being Applauded Yet Feared
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with sociologist Harry Edwards about the pressure Black Olympians face and how it intersects with white supremacy that has been historically perpetuated in the games.
Read What Simone Biles Said After Her Withdrawal From The Olympic Final
Simone Biles' decision to exit the women's team final has prompted comments from around the world. Here's the transcript of what the gymnast said about her exit.
Simone Biles Withdraws From The Individual All-Around Final At The Tokyo Olympics
"We wholeheartedly support Simone's decision and applaud her bravery in prioritizing her well-being," USA Gymnastics said in a statement.
U.S. 3x3 Women's Basketball Takes Gold In The Sport's Olympic Debut
The U.S. women's team took an early lead against the Russians and maintained it the entire game. The action unfolds over just 10 minutes — or the first to 21 points if that happens more quickly.
After Winning Her 1st Gold Medal In Tokyo, Ledecky Will Try For 2 More
American swimmer Katie Ledecky's legend could grow by a mile on Wednesday. She's scheduled to race in two finals, less than 90 minutes apart, with a total distance of more than a mile.
Simone Biles' Olympic Experience Highlights The Issue Of Mental Health
Simone Biles has withdrawn from two women's gymnastics events, saying the Olympics have been "really stressful." On Wednesday, she withdrew from the individual all-around final.
News Brief: CDC Mask Guidance, Jan. 6 Riot Hearing, Simone Biles' Decision
The CDC reverses masking recommendation. Four police officers testify at hearing on the Capitol insurrection. Gymnast Simone Biles withdraws from the individual all-around at the Tokyo Games.
Katie Ledecky Wins Her First Gold Of The Tokyo Olympics
The biggest star of U.S. swimming has not had the start to these Olympics that she wanted. But she absolutely dominated in the 1,500 meter freestyle race.