olympics
The Subtle Art of Piloting a Monobob
Monobob, a bobsledding event just for women, is one of seven new events to enter the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics.
We Spoke to Winter Olympians From Snowless Countries About How They Made It to the Games
Many developing countries—often from the tropics and where the cultures and resources to support such endeavors aren’t as robust—are underrepresented at the Winter Games.
Japan’s Star Ice Skater Loves Winnie the Pooh. This Could Get Awkward in Beijing.
The plump bear has been compared to China’s president Xi Jinping and used derisively by his critics.
A Report on the Olympics Went Viral After Unintentionally Bypassing Censorship
Spoiler alert: it involved a cheeky gay kiss.
Can Japan’s ‘Ice Prince’ Pull Off the Most Difficult Jump in Figure Skating?
Two-time Olympic champion Yuzuru Hanyu has set his sights on achieving the most improbable move on ice.
4 Stunning and Dangerous Figure Skating Moves That Are Banned at the Winter Olympics
Some highly impressive moves you might’ve seen in ice shows are banned at Winter Olympics competitions.
“Kind of a ‘Squid Game’ Vibe”: We Spoke to Olympians About Life Inside the Beijing Bubble
Those living inside China’s Winter Olympics bubble describe shopping malls for athletes and being served by robot waiters. The only catch—they can’t leave.
Women Handball Players Can Now Wear Shorts Without Getting Fined
The new rule comes after growing pressure from athletes to change uniform requirements deemed sexist.
11,000 Athletes, No Outbreak: How the Tokyo Olympics Dodged COVID
The Olympic bubble in Tokyo was remarkably safe. China, which will soon host the Winter Games, took note.
Women Boxers Shouldn’t Ruin Their Face Before Marriage, a Former Athlete Says
“There are even women who enjoy hitting each other. What’s the point in watching?” the former athlete said.
Olympian to Get a New Gold Medal After a Mayor Chomped on Her First One
The mayor’s actions have come back to bite him.
How This Olympian Took Home Bronze Racing Her Third Marathon Ever
She had dreamed of the moment her entire life. She didn’t know it would come true so soon.