Former marathon world champion Paula Radcliffe has issued an apology after wishing a convicted rapist "the best of luck" as he competes in the Paris 2024 Olympics. Radcliffe's comments referred to Steven van de Velde, a member of the Netherlands beach volleyball team,...
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Paula Radcliffe Apologizes for Comments on Convicted Rapist Competing at Olympics

Real Madrid Legend Nacho Fernandez Bids Emotional Farewell to Club
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Adrian Beltre, Joe Mauer, Todd Helton, and Jim Leyland Inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame
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Welcome to Kayak Cross: The Thrilling New Olympic Event
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Biniam Girmay: The African Cyclist Making History at the Tour de France
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Mike Tyson’s Candid Reason for Fighting Jake Paul: A Quest for Glory
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Paris Mayor Swims in Seine as River Cleaned Up for Olympics
Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo took a historic swim in the Seine River on Wednesday, marking the culmination of a significant cleanup effort just in time for the 2024 Summer Olympics. Joined by about 100 officials, athletes, and local residents, Hidalgo's swim celebrated...

American League Triumphs in 2024 MLB All-Star Game at Globe Life Field
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Tiger Woods Defies Retirement Calls, Prepares for British Open at Royal Troon
Tiger Woods is back in action at Royal Troon in Scotland for the British Open, determined to silence critics calling for his retirement. Despite missing the cut in his last two major championships, Woods remains resolute and confident in his ability to compete. Colin...

Ryan Blaney Shines in a Big Weekend for Team Penske
Ryan Blaney celebrated his second win of the 2024 season at Pocono Raceway, reinforcing his status as a formidable contender for the NASCAR Cup Series championship. The defending champion, who led a race-high 44 laps and won by 1.3 seconds, emphasized that Team Penske...

Chinese Swimmers to Undergo Increased Drug Testing Ahead of Paris Olympics
Chinese swimmers participating in the Paris Olympic Games will face significantly more rigorous drug testing compared to athletes from other nations. This decision follows revelations that 23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for a banned substance prior to the Tokyo...
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