Olympics
Los Angeles Olympics hit US$2 billion in sponsorships, topping Paris games
The sponsorships are a combination of cash, goods and services
China’s ‘robot Olympics’ sees humanoids from 16 nations compete in table tennis, football, track
The world’s second-largest economy’s robotics push also comes as the country grapples with an ageing population and slowing economic growth
Australia to build new 2032 Olympics stadium, Gabba to be scrapped
The 63,000-seat stadium is billed as a “world-class” venue that would also host other major sporting events
Groundbreaking IOC chief Coventry confronts global intrigue and Trump
Groundbreaking IOC chief Coventry confronts global intrigue and Trump
Olympic push for kho kho, India’s ancient tag sport
THE ancient game of kho kho is enjoying a resurgence in India, with organisers of the first international tournament hoping their efforts will secure the sport’s place in the Olympics at some point.
Olympics 'above politics' say LA 2028 organisers after Trump win
The re-election of Donald Trump to the US presidency will have no bearing on preparations for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, organisers said on Thursday (Nov 14), stating that the games were “above po...
Saudi Arabia signals ambition to host Olympic Games
The Saudis are due to host the Asian Winter Games in 2029 and are on the brink of hosting the Fifa World Cup in 2034
Poland to bid for Summer Olympics in 2040 or 2044
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced on Friday (Aug 16) that Poland would officially bid to host the Olympic Games in 2040 or 2044.
Diamonds, meatballs and motors: How Olympians can win more than medals
While the International Olympic Committee does not give prize money to winners at Paris 2024, many nations and territories offer incentives to their athletes to come home with gold, silver or bronze.
Why is it so hard for Olympic host cities to control costs?
An Oxford study estimates that despite cost-cutting efforts, Paris is spending more than $1 billion above the Games’ historical median cost
