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Netflix's 'Untold Raygun' Reframes Olympic Controversy as Personal Triumph
entertainment1 month ago

Netflix's 'Untold Raygun' Reframes Olympic Controversy as Personal Triumph

Netflix's new documentary 'Untold Raygun: Breaking Badly' explores the aftermath of Australian breakdancer Rachael Gunn's viral 2024 Olympic performance. Directed by Chapman and Maclain Way, the film shifts focus from the controversial 'sprinkler' move to Gunn's mental health journey, dispelling conspiracy theories about her qualification. While critics note the film ignores the broader impact on the sport, Gunn has used the platform to address harassment and announce her departure from academia.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#breakdancing#documentary#entertainment
Rowling Hails Potter Series Trailer Amid IOC Trans Women Ban
entertainment6 months ago

Rowling Hails Potter Series Trailer Amid IOC Trans Women Ban

J.K. Rowling celebrates HBO’s Harry Potter TV series trailer on social media while praising the IOC’s decision to ban transgender women from women’s Olympic events, citing the Paris 2024 controversy. The piece notes Rowling’s long-running anti-trans commentary and the IOC’s claim that “biological females” are eligible for female events, highlighting the ongoing debate over transgender athletes in sport.

via Variety|
#entertainment#harry-potter-tv-series#jk-rowling
Swiss court sends Chiles medal dispute back to CAS for fresh review
world8 months ago

Swiss court sends Chiles medal dispute back to CAS for fresh review

Switzerland’s top court sent the case over Jordan Chiles’s Paris 2024 Olympic floor bronze back to the Court of Arbitration for Sport to review new evidence, raising questions about whether the U.S. challenge was timely and ordering a thorough CAS examination with no timetable, potentially paving the way for Chiles to reclaim the medal.

via CNN|
#court-of-arbitration-for-sport#jordan-chiles#olympic-medal
"Top Contenders for Men's Basketball Gold at Paris 2024 Olympics"
sports2 years ago

"Top Contenders for Men's Basketball Gold at Paris 2024 Olympics"

The 2024 Paris Olympics men's basketball tournament is set to be the most competitive yet, with Team USA aiming to reclaim dominance with stars like LeBron James and Stephen Curry. However, strong international teams led by players like Nikola Jokic (Serbia), Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Canada), and Giannis Antetokounmpo (Greece) pose significant challenges. The U.S. remains the favorite but faces tough competition in a single-elimination format.

via SB Nation|
#basketball#international-competition#olympics
Simone Biles Dismisses Critics, Focuses on Paris Olympics
sports2 years ago

Simone Biles Dismisses Critics, Focuses on Paris Olympics

Simone Biles has moved past the Tokyo Olympics and is focused on her personal and professional growth, including therapy and redefining her relationship with gymnastics. Despite ongoing criticism, she is preparing for the Paris 2024 Olympics on her own terms, aiming to push her limits and find peace. Biles continues to support her teammates and remains a singular talent in the sport, determined to leave a lasting legacy.

via The Associated Press|
#gymnastics#mental-health#paris-2024
Ex-NBA Player Chase Budinger Qualifies for Paris Olympics in Beach Volleyball
sports2 years ago

Ex-NBA Player Chase Budinger Qualifies for Paris Olympics in Beach Volleyball

Former NBA player Chase Budinger and partner Miles Evans secured the last U.S. Olympic beach volleyball spot for the Paris Games after a strong qualifying performance. This will be their first Olympics, having overtaken Theo Brunner and Trevor Crabb in the rankings. Budinger, who transitioned from a successful basketball career, and Evans have shown significant improvement since teaming up in 2023.

via NBC Sports|
#beach-volleyball#chase-budinger#miles-evans
"Paris 2024 Gymnastics: Biles Leads as Blakely Shines, Jones Injured, Lee Returns"
sports2 years ago

"Paris 2024 Gymnastics: Biles Leads as Blakely Shines, Jones Injured, Lee Returns"

As Simone Biles secures her spot for a third Olympic team, the race to join her at Paris 2024 intensifies. Shilese Jones is recovering from a shoulder injury, while Skye Blakely's strong performance at the U.S. Championships boosts her chances. Reigning Olympic champion Suni Lee returns to form, and the battle for the final spot on Team USA remains fierce, with contenders like Kayla DiCello, Jade Carey, Jordan Chiles, and Joscelyn Roberson vying for a place.

via Olympics|
#paris-2024#shilese-jones#simone-biles
Katie Ledecky: Faith in Anti-Doping Systems at All-Time Low
sports2 years ago

Katie Ledecky: Faith in Anti-Doping Systems at All-Time Low

Olympic champion Katie Ledecky has expressed that faith in the anti-doping system is at an "all-time low" following the handling of a doping case involving Chinese swimmers. Ledecky, who is preparing for her fourth Olympics in Paris, is concerned about competing on an uneven playing field. Reports revealed that 23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for a performance-enhancing drug before the Tokyo Olympics, but were not penalized due to contamination claims accepted by the World Anti-Doping Agency. Ledecky calls for accountability and transparency to restore confidence in the system.

via ESPN|
#anti-doping#katie-ledecky#olympic-games
"Lashinda Demus Awarded Olympic Gold 12 Years After Doping Scandal"
sports2 years ago

"Lashinda Demus Awarded Olympic Gold 12 Years After Doping Scandal"

U.S. hurdler Lashinda Demus will receive her Olympic gold medal 12 years after finishing second to a Russian athlete who was later found to be doping. Demus will be awarded the medal at a special ceremony during the Paris 2024 Olympics, marking the first time the IOC has held a "reallocation" ceremony at a Summer Games. Despite the long wait and financial losses, Demus is excited to finally be recognized as an Olympic champion.

via CBS News|
#doping#gold-medal#lashinda-demus
Lashinda Demus to Receive Olympic Gold 12 Years Later in Paris
sports2 years ago

Lashinda Demus to Receive Olympic Gold 12 Years Later in Paris

American hurdler Lashinda Demus will finally receive her gold medal from the 2012 London Olympics at a ceremony in Paris, 12 years after losing to a Russian athlete later found guilty of doping. Demus, who has since become a coach and clinical researcher, negotiated for the medal presentation to occur at the Paris Olympics' Champions Park. Despite the delay, she remains positive and views herself as a trailblazer in the fight against doping.

via The Associated Press|
#doping#gold-medal#lashinda-demus