Here is the latest Olympic News from NBC Sports.
Anti-Ryan Lochte fans rush ‘Dancing with the Stars’ stage
Ryan Lochte‘s debut on “Dancing with the Stars” was interrupted by two men trespassing onto the stage wearing shirts with Lochte’s name crossed out. Security quickly apprehended the two men while the show aired live. They were not shown on camera. “So many feelings are going through my head right now,” Lochte reportedly told show […]
Sun Yang lines up ‘perfect ending’ for swim career
Controversy seems to follow Sun.
Kyle Snyder wants to fight in UFC in the future, while still wrestling
Snyder, at 20, may have plenty of years to decide where to take his career.
An 8-foot Iranian is turning heads while sitting at Rio Paralympics
Morteza Mehrzad is the tallest person in Iran and a force in sitting volleyball.
Bode Miller provides update on possibility of comeback
His reported comments from last week are a change from what he said late last year.
IOC will not punish Ryan Lochte further
The IOC says it is “adequate” that United States team officials have already banned the swimmer for 10 months.
Paralympian prepared with euthanasia papers to take own life
“When the day comes, when I have more bad days than good days — I have my euthanasia papers. But the time is not there yet.”
Rio Paralympic attendance surpasses some Olympic crowd sizes
On Sunday, 46,000 tickets were sold at Olympic Stadium, the track and field venue.
Watch NBCSN profiles of star U.S. Paralympians in Rio
Highlight stories from NBCSN’s daily coverage of the Rio Games.
Michael Phelps, Simone Biles, Aly Raisman on ‘Lip Sync Battle’ (video)
Phelps won with a fitting song choice.
Czechs mourn gymnastics great Vera Caslavska
Czech Olympic champions from different sports attended a special ceremony.
Tatyana Volosozhar, Maksim Trankov to skip 2016-17 season, report says
The Olympic pairs champs were already going to miss the Grand Prix season.
Tatyana McFadden wins her first gold of Rio Paralympics
She’s lining up to do what no U.S. Paralympian has done since 2004.
U.S. pair wins debut of Paralympic women’s triathlon races
The U.S. swept one division.
Devon Allen does hurdles touchdown celebration (video)
“That was the best thing I could have done on a touchdown.”
Tatyana McFadden takes silver in her first race in Rio
McFadden had hoped to win seven golds in Rio, but she can still join a select group with six.
Brazil’s Daniel Dias the Michael Phelps of the Paralympics
The Brazilian is about to shatter records and approach Phelps’ numbers.
Solar-powered car beats Kenyan runner at Brussels Diamond League (video)
Nicholas Kipkoech had a huge lead but got run down.
Caster Semenya wins Brussels 400m in personal best
Elaine Thompson also did something nobody has seen since the Marion Jones era.
Ryan Lochte comments on suspension, advice from Michael Phelps (video)
“I knew his answer was going to be really honest, just because of our relationship over the years.”
Jason Smyth retains world’s fastest Paralympian title
“I know that I’m better than the other guys.”
Ethiopian Olympic marathon silver medalist protester reportedly arrives in U.S.
Feyisa Lilesa crossed the finish line in Rio with his wrists crossed above his head.
Alex Zanardi to defend Paralympic title on 15-year anniversary of crash
“The first thought that will go through my mind in the morning when I open my eyes will be very much related to my current dreams, rather than to my past nightmares.”
Team USA awards for Rio Olympics voting set to close
The awards show will air on NBCSN.
Ryan Lochte banned 10 months, to miss 2017 World Championships, reports say
Lochte’s chance of breaking a Michael Phelps record is now all but eliminated.
Rio Paralympics open with nods to athletes who use wheelchairs
The Games run through Sept. 18.
Wayde van Niekerk considers sprint double at 2017 Worlds, 100m
‘‘I will try and get myself strong enough and fit enough for the double. And I might even try the 100m as well.”
Rowdy Gaines comments on Ryan Lochte’s suspension (video)
“I think a lot of the big names are taking a year off anyway.”
Belarusian kicked out of Paralympics for carrying Russian flag in Opening Ceremony
A spokeswoman for the Belarusian president said it was not a spontaneous gesture.
‘Disappointed’ Lex Gillette wins first U.S. medal of Rio Paralympics
Gillette came up just short of gold.
Paralympian falls, gets back up after dropping torch in Opening Ceremony (video)
Marcia Malsar authored the inspiring moment of the Opening Ceremony.
Ryan Lochte, U.S. swimmers receive official suspensions from USOC, USA Swimming
Lochte received a much longer ban than the other three swimmers.
Shawn Morelli wins first U.S. gold medal of Rio Paralympics
The cyclist is making her Paralympic debut at age 40.
NCAA might reconsider Olympic bonuses after swimmer received $750,000
“I mean, that’s a little different than 15 grand for the silver medal for swimming for the U.S. of A.”
IOC will cooperate with Brazilian Olympic ticket probe
It’s unclear if IOC president Thomas Bach will go to Brazil for any of the Paralympics.
As Paralympics begin, athletes want progress after London 2012 success
“I don’t want the movement to plateau or become stagnan.”
Aly Raisman: Tokyo 2020 is the goal
Aly Raisman wants to go to a third Olympics. Raisman said on The Ellen Show on Wednesday that she plans to take one year off and then return to training with an eye on the 2020 Tokyo Games. “That’s the goal,” she said. Watch the interview here. The last U.S. women’s gymnast to make three […]
Tatyana McFadden’s path to potential 7 gold medals in Rio
McFadden could win more gold medals than any American in Rio this year.
Bob, Mike Bryan had mixed doubles partners lined up before withdrawing from Rio
A Williams sister was in play.
IOC president Thomas Bach to miss Paralympic Opening Ceremony
Bach will attend a state event in Germany.
Lindsey Vonn: I’m not going for the World Cup overall title
This is a big change from 18 months ago.
U.S. names flag bearer for Rio Paralympic Opening Ceremony
The Games begin with the Opening Ceremony on Wednesday on NBCSN.
Simone Biles meets Channing Tatum on Ellen, announces autobiography
Tatum became a medal rack.
‘Worst situation ever in Paralympic movement,’ IPC president says before Rio Games
Paralympic officials say that no sports or nations have been cut out, but the “athlete experience” could suffer.
Madison Kocian gets uneven bars cake at homecoming (video)
Kocian also threw another acrobatic first pitch.
Tonga flag bearer Pita Taufatofua goes shirtless at fashion show
Taufatofua also spoke about interesting messages he has received since the Opening Ceremony.
2018 Olympic men’s hockey groups set; U.S. opponents same as 2014
The final three nations qualified for Pyeongchang on Sunday.
Final Five throw acrobatic first pitches, like McKayla Maroney, Dominique Moceanu
Dominique Moceanu has also flipped for a first pitch.
What Bruce Springsteen told Katie Ledecky
The Boss was especially thrilled about one aspect of meeting Ledecky.
Simone Biles: I’ll be taking a year off, I think
A look at the candidates to succeed Biles as all-around champion, should she take 2017 off.
Michael Phelps’ strength coach takes new job
Keenan Robinson knew nothing about swimming a decade ago.
Helen Maroulis gets help from Cal Ripken Jr. on first pitch
Watch Ripken and Maroulis take part in a time-honored Maryland tradition.
Nintendo earned free Super Mario advertising at Rio Olympic Closing Ceremony
The Japanese prime minister dressing as Super Mario was a highlight of the show.
Michael Phelps gets #PhelpsFace cutout on ‘Tonight Show’ with Jimmy Fallon
Watch highlights of Phelps’ interview and a game he played with Fallon.
Katie Ledecky meets Bruce Springsteen, who is all over her iPod
Let Ledecky show you just how much she loves the Boss.
Shannon Szabados unsure about 2018 Olympic run
Her professional team plans are also up in the air.
Elaine Thompson beats Allyson Felix in Zurich; Diamond League recap
There is one more Diamond League meet left this season.
Saori Yoshida eyes 2020 Olympics after streak snapped by Helen Maroulis
Yoshida says the 2020 Olympics present an unprecedented opportunity for her that she can’t pass up.
Heather O’Reilly retires as one of 4 soccer players with 3 gold medals
O’Reilly was the youngest player on the Athens 2004 Olympic team.
J’den Cox eyes football after Olympic wrestling medal
The rising University of Missouri senior will have to wait to try out though.
Kerri Walsh Jennings boycotts AVP Championships
The four-time Olympic medalist explained in a 950-word Facebook post.
Olympic discus medalist stripped in doping retest
Yarelys Barrios won medals at every Olympics and world championships from 2008 through 2013.
Italy may bow out of 2024 Olympic bidding, re-enter 2028 with new city
The Italian premier made interesting comments to a radio station.
Clay Stanley the latest 2008 Olympic champion to retire from volleyball
“If I can’t be ready to play right now then I’ve got to shut it down. We did everything we could and that’s that.”
Patrick Chan plans to retire after 2018 Olympic season
Chan pointed to one younger skater in particular as a reason why he won’t skate into his late 20s.
Five events to watch at Diamond League finals at Zurich
Allyson Felix returns to her trademark event against three of the fastest women of all time.
Four more Beijing 2008 medalists stripped after doping retests
Three of the athletes came from one country.
Final three Pyeongchang Olympic men’s hockey spots set to be filled
Three final qualifying tournaments with four nations each take place this weekend.
Vera Caslavska, gymnastics legend, dies at 74
Only one female gymnast won more Olympic medals than Čáslavská.
Amy Purdy, Winter Paralympic medalist, to perform at Rio Paralympic Opening Ceremony
Purdy already has prime-time dancing experience.
Sneak peek at Lindsey Vonn’s episode of ‘Running Wild with Bear Grylls’
Watch a trailer of Vonn’s visit to a picturesque European location for the show.
Helen Maroulis gives Baltimore Ravens pre-game locker-room speech (video)
Watch her 212-word address to the team.
José Calderón retires from Spain national basketball team
Calderon is one of five Spaniards to play in each of the last four Olympic tournaments.
Simone Biles’ longtime coach takes new job
Aimee Boorman, who coached Olympic all-around champion Simone Biles since Biles was 7, is moving from their native Texas for a new gymnastics job in Florida. Boorman accepted a job as executive director of women’s gymnastics and elite coordinator at EVO Athletics in Sarasota. It’s unknown if Biles will follow Boorman to Florida, or if or when Biles will […]
Ryan Lochte, Laurie Hernandez join ‘Dancing with the Stars’
“I want the whole world to move forward. Everyone’s got to be sick and tired of hearing about this. I know I am.”
Hope Solo’s reaction immediately after receiving suspension (video)
The goalie was tearful and profane.
2018 U.S. Figure Skating Championships to be in San Jose
One Sochi Olympian will receive a home-crowd boost at the final competition for Pyeongchang Olympic selection.
Fiji Olympic rugby coach given 3 acres of land, special name
Coaches don’t get gold medals. Ben Ryan’s prize may be better.
‘Final Five’ meets Beyoncé at VMAs (video)
They also shared photos with several celebrities.
Michael Phelps reacts to Ryan Lochte, Jimmy Fallon’s impersonation (video)
Phelps also revealed the artist he was listening to when he made his #PhelpsFace.
Justin Rose pulls out gold medal for final Barclays putt (video)
The idea came from the caddie of another major champion’s caddie.
Aksel Lund Svindal says season, career still at risk after crash
Svindal crashed at the famed Kitzbuehel downhill.
Gabby Douglas hospitalized, misses VMAs
Douglas’ publicist detailed what happened.
Kerri Walsh Jennings, April Ross win World Series of Beach Volleyball
Walsh Jennings and Ross bounced back from an upset at the Olympics.
Ryan Bailey, former Summer Olympic medalist: My goal is Winter Olympics
The former London 2012 medalist could join Olympic track teammates in transitioning to ice.
Monica Puig’s unlikely Olympic tennis gold reminded her of ‘Miracle’ scene
The Puerto Rican heads into the U.S. Open this week as an underdog.
World record smashed at Paris Diamond League
The Diamond League season continues with the first of two finals meets in Zurich on Thursday.
David Ortiz weighed down by Aly Raisman’s medals (video)
Read what Raisman told Ortiz in their phone call the night before.
Russian Olympic medalists gifts include racehorse
Under Vladimir Putin, it’s tradition for Olympic heroes to be showered with sometimes unwanted gifts.
Claressa Shields congratulated by famous boxing actor (video)
Shields also talked about a big decision ahead.
Italian track meet near earthquake canceled to focus on recovery
Funds from the Rieti athletics meeting will be devoted to reconstruction efforts.
Pyeongchang 2018 Winter Olympic venue progress video
The video shows updates for coastal and mountain cluster venues.
Gas station from Ryan Lochte, U.S. swimmers incident now a tourist attraction
It’s now part of an eight-hour Olympic-themed tour in Rio.
Another U.S. Olympic sprinter turns to bobsled
Following in the path of Lauryn Williams and Lolo Jones.
U.S. Olympic champions to present at MTV Video Music Awards
Half of the group has presented at the VMAs in the past.
Appeal for harsher Oscar Pistorius murder sentence denied
Pistorius originally received a six-year sentence.
Helen Maroulis lifts Teddy Roosevelt at Nationals game (video)
Maroulis was the star of the Presidents Race.
Elaine Thompson runs 200 meters to win 100m in Lausanne
Olympic champions had mixed results in their first meet since Rio.
Devon Allen weighs turning pro in track and field
Allen says there’s only one thing left to accomplish in NCAA track and field.
No Zika cases from Olympics, WHO says
Several athletes withdrew from Rio before the Games, citing Zika concerns.
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