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Olympic gold medallist Imane Khelif accepts suppressing hormone levels ahead of 2024 Paris edition

February 06, 2026 9:46 pm

Khelif was involved in the gender controversy along with Chinese Taipei boxer Lin Yu-ting, where it was claimed that both boxers were not eligible to feature in the women's category.

'Penisgate’ at Winter Olympics: World Anti Doping Agency drawn into claims of genital manipulation in ski jumping

February 05, 2026 11:40 pm

German daily Bild claims jumpers have used temporary methods — including injecting hyaluronic acid or stuffing clay into their underwear — to gain advantage

With eyes on 2036 Olympics bid, Ministry steps in to prevent repeat of India Open lapses

February 04, 2026 10:12 pm

Officials from sports ministry and Sports Authority of India will be at venues of international tournaments in India to ensure everything runs smoothly to avoid any slip-ups as it targets hosting the 2036 Olympics

Winter Olympics anti-doping tests could begin at airports itself, overruling privacy concerns

February 03, 2026 12:41 pm

International Testing Agency has launched High-Intensity Doping Tests at Airports for 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics; 2,200 tests planned with samples stored for up to 10 years for re-analysis

CEPT University architects unveil blueprint for Olympic Village on Sabarmati riverfront to study viability

February 02, 2026 7:29 pm

Twelve students of housing design, along with faculty members at CEPT University, Ahmedabad, designed Novo Ville on plots measuring 300 acres along the Sabarmati river near the Narendra Modi Stadium in Motera.

Sha'Carri Richardson arrested: One of fastest female sprinters in history caught speeding over 100 mph

January 30, 2026 11:23 am

For the 25-year-old sprinter, this is not the first brush with law. Last year, Richardson issued a public apology to her boyfriend, Christian Coleman, after she was arrested on a fourth-degree domestic violence offense

Seize the podium, but first look the air problem in the eye

January 26, 2026 7:38 am

Pitching for the Olympics requires India to confront the problem at home. It cannot continue to turn a blind eye to its own athletes battling harsh summers and toxic winters

Coughing, vomiting, relocating: Air pollution takes toll on Indian athletes as foreign players flag issue to International Olympic Committee

January 23, 2026 1:47 pm

As the country makes a pitch for the 2036 Olympics, The Indian Express spoke to coaches and athletes from a wide range of sports to understand the impact of the toxic winter air and long summers that push temperatures towards 50 degrees Celsius, on health and training.

Steve Smith opens up about playing for Australia at LA 2028 Olympics: ‘Keep doing what I'm doing, and you never know’

January 19, 2026 2:48 pm

Steve Smith admitted that he was not in contention to be a surprise entrant in the Australia squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup.

'If they call, I will be ready': Sprint legend Usain Bolt might return at the 2028 LA Olympics for Cricket

January 19, 2026 6:39 pm

Spring legend Usain Bolt claimed that he will be ready to play cricket if called on by the Jamaican team.

OLYMPICS PHOTOS

Sturla Holm Laegreid won Olympic bronze, broke down in emotional on-air confession

February 11, 2026 2:49 pm

Later at a press conference, Laegreid explained why he decided to tell the world about his personal situation on the TV broadcast

In pics: Vinesh Phogat returns to Delhi after heartbreak at Paris Olympics

August 17, 2024 1:21 pm

The Indian Express gives photos of Vinesh Phogat returning to Delhi airport after her heartbreak at Paris Olympics 2024.

In Pics: Indian hockey team given hero's welcome back home after bronze medal

August 10, 2024 7:47 pm

The Indian Express give all the photos of India Hockey players felicitation

In pics: Vinesh Phogat's 24 hours in Paris: From almost winning medal to heartbreak of disqualification

August 07, 2024 7:41 pm

The Indian Express has a look at the Vinesh Phogat's last 24 hours heartbreak through pictures

In pics: Relive Indian hockey team's win over Great Britain

August 04, 2024 7:20 pm

The Indian Express has a look at team India's famous win over Great Britain in Paris Olympics 2024 on Sunday

In pics: Iconic monuments as backdrops for sport at Paris Olympics

August 03, 2024 7:29 pm

The Indian Express looks at iconic monuments as the backdrops for sports in Paris Olympics 2024

In pics: Cycling BMX event at Paris Olympics

July 31, 2024 7:42 pm

The Indian Express has a look at the BMX cycling's stunning pictures in the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024

When athletes defied gravity at Paris Olympics

July 31, 2024 1:17 am

The Indian Express has a look at the pictures that have defied gravity in the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024

In Pics: Surfing event at Paris Olympics 2024 happening 15,730 kilometres away in Tahiti

July 29, 2024 1:27 pm

Athletes competing at the surfing event at Tahiti’s Teahupo’o are being housed on a cruise ship, called the Aranui 5 ship, which has been docked about 45 minutes from the surfing venue. Organisers have called it the first-ever floating athlete village

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