Paris 2024: Games of the XXXIII Olympiad
A set of Olympic champions and rising stars are pursuing renewed elite competition ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Games. Meyers Taylor plans a comeback after a concussion scare; Ohashi sharpens a return to elite gymnastics; Carey trains for a second Olympic bid; Gut-Behrami eyes continued competition after a knee injury.
Athletes owed millions by Grand Slam Track remain unpaid as creditors allege broader mismanagement after the league collapsed, with Michael Johnson arguing that all athletes have been paid. New legal filings and statements from Johnson paint a continuing picture of a stalled payout process and financial strain.
Celine Dion has begun a 16-show residency in Paris after years away from touring due to a rare autoimmune disorder. Fans gathered outside a Paris hotel as she prepared to take the stage at the Plenitude Arena, with more performances planned for 2027. She emphasizes the ongoing support from fans and confirms the tour will run through September and October, with further May 2027 dates announced.
Davis-Woodhall has been sidelined by a severe concussion from a head-on crash while en route to training. She remains uncertain for the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championships in Budapest as doctors pursue a full recovery and her team weighs readiness for the event.
Iranian naval forces have captured a US Dive‑LD autonomous underwater vehicle at the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz. US Central Command has said the drone malfunctioned more than a day earlier and carried no classified sonar or radar. Manufacturer Anduril has confirmed the loss and called the system attritable.
Céline Dion has returned to full live performance with a sold‑out 26‑show residency at the Plenitude Arena outside Paris. The 58‑year‑old has opened the run with a 2‑hour, 25‑song set; she has been performing despite a 2022 diagnosis of stiff‑person syndrome and has adjusted keys and pacing to protect her voice and stamina.
Athletes at the Ultimate Championship have secured $150,000 first prizes, reshaping how track and field rewards performance. Competitors across sprints, distance and field events have delivered standout results amidst a star-studded field.
Edgar Grospiron has stepped down as president of the Alpes 2030 organising committee amid ongoing governance turmoil. The IOC says it will continue to work with the committee to build on foundations. Lyon remains the host for the 2030 Winter Games after Nice was dropped from hosting plans.
World Athletics has reaffirmed its ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes from international competition as CAS reviews sanctions tied to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The IOC and other sports bodies have varied in their treatment of Russian athletes, with CAS hearings ongoing and the Los Angeles 2028 Games in view.
Yu Zidi, at 13, has claimed a major Asian Games gold with a record-setting 2:05.08 in the 200m butterfly, pushing her closer to a potential showdown with McIntosh as the race calendar moves toward Budapest 2027 and Los Angeles 2028.
The Olympic emblem has been officially launched: a pink cockatoo crest symbolising both the Olympics and Paralympics, with First Nations elements and a Queensland-inspired design. Officials say the emblems celebrate Brisbane’s lifestyle as the games approach, with the mascot to be revealed later.
The Refugee Olympic Team will compete at Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics, marking the first refugee team at the Youth Games. Led by a former refugee and track star, Biel, the team aims to inspire others while highlighting Africa's hosting milestone. The story follows athletes who fled conflict, trained in Kenya and Uganda, and now compete in judo, showing resilience and hope.
Victor Wembanyama posts a career-best 52 points with 24 rebounds and eight blocks as the Spurs beat the Mavericks 112-111, marking their sixth straight win. He shoots poorly from three but says he can do more, and he aims to build on this momentum after recent Olympic heartbreak and a Finals run.
Imane Khelif has announced a December 15 professional bout in Paris, seeking to reclaim momentum after Olympic gold amid a gender-eligibility dispute that briefly sidelined her. She will face undefeated Dutch boxer Clarida Sarabia in a six-round super-welterweight clash.