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Olympic Movement

24.08.2023

Olympic records: From most successful to the youngest medallists - who’s who

Who is the most decorated Olympian of all time? Who has made the most Olympic appearances? All your questions answered.

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Mental health

21.05.2023

'It's OK not being OK': Even the most successful stars of sport face mental health challenges

Canada's Bianca Andreescu, Kelsey Mitchell open up about mental health struggles

Elite athletes are known for being tough as nails, focused and determined to overcome all obstacles. Having said that, athletes are not indomitable. It can be tough to reconcile that even the most successful stars of sport grapple with their mental health.

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Athletes

26.04.2023

The First African Americans to Win Olympic Medals

Starting in the early 20th century, African American athletes began competing in the Games—and shattering records.

Since the first Olympic Games debuted in Athens, Greece in 1896, the gathering of the world’s dominant athletes has become a global event. But with historic discrimination and fewer opportunities for elite training, Black athletes faced immense challenges to compete. Nonetheless, starting in the early 20th century, African American athletes began competing in the Games—and shattering records.

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Give us a chance

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Sport and Politics. Instead of afterword

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