Olympics
The latest Olympics coverage from the Chattanooga Times Free Press, part of our Sports section.
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Kirsty Coventry ready to start work as IOC’s new president
The world Kirsty Coventry walks into Monday as the IOC's next president is already very different than the one she was elected in three months ago.
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Los Angeles event showcases flag football ahead of 2028 Olympics
Flag football at the Olympics will feel more real than ever for quarterback Darrell “Housh” Doucette this weekend in Los Angeles.
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NHL heads into offseason with plenty of buzz for hockey
Hockey was the big winner at the 4 Nations Face-Off, and the NHL is still reaping the benefits as it heads into what should be an intriguing offseason.
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Faith Kipyegon aims to be first woman to break 4-minute mark in mile
Faith Kipyegon is already a three-time Olympic champion in the 1500-meter run. She currently holds world records in both that event and the mile.
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Los Angeles Olympics organizers offer update on 2028 Games
Sixteen members of the International Olympic Committee wrapped up a three-day visit to Los Angeles on Thursday.
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NFL owners may vote to let players take part in Olympic flag football
NFL team owners will discuss a proposal to allow players under contract to participate in flag football when the sport makes its Olympic debut in 2028.
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Sue Bird named managing director of US women’s national team
Sue Bird is giving another assist to USA Basketball, becoming the first managing director of the women's national team.
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Female athletes will be majority for first time at 2028 Olympics
Female athletes will be in the majority at an Olympics for the first time at the 2028 Los Angeles Summer Games, thanks to a big win for women's soccer.
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Auburn grad Kirsty Coventry is IOC’s first female president
Kirsty Coventry was elected president of the International Olympic Committee on Thursday, the first woman and first African in the role.
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NBC, IOC sign $3B Olympic media rights deal through 2036
NBC will now be the champion of Olympic broadcasting in the United States through at least 2036.
