Olympics

Ethiopia's Tigst Assefa shatters women's world marathon record by 2 minutes: How she did it

Assefa ran 2:11:53 (5:02 mile pace) to break the previous record of 2:14:04 held by Kenya’s Brigid Kosgei.

Mark Puleo57

Olympic bobsled medalist Aja Evans sues chiropractor alleging sexual abuse

The Athletic Staff

Sarina Wiegman to lead Team GB at Olympic Games if they qualify

Chloe Morgan5

Sepp Kuss tops 2023 Vuelta a Espa?a, becoming first American to win Grand Tour in 10 years

Torrey Hart67

Team USA men's basketball moves up to No. 1 in world despite fourth-place finish at FIBA World Cup

Joe Vardon68

Colorado's most interesting team? It's Jay Norvell's, not Deion Sanders', squad

Colorado State's roster features a Strongman champ, a sumo wrestler, two tribesmen, an openly gay defensive lineman and a 30-something dad

Brian Hamilton168

Thompson: To rule the Olympics, Team USA needs to call in The Avengers

As international teams continue to gain ground on USA men's basketball, the proper response for the Olympics? Create The Supreme Team.

Marcus Thompson II179

England vs Scotland vs Team GB: The curious ramifications of the Women's Nations League

With the Nations League now determining Olympic qualification, Scotland's clashes with England could put some players in a tricky position

Michael Cox63

LeBron James ready to commit to 2024 Olympic team, recruiting fellow stars: Sources

LeBron James has so strong an interest in one more Olympics that he is ready to commit for the 2024 Paris Games.

Shams Charania and Joe Vardon336

Team USA fell short at FIBA World Cup, but it wasn't a total loss

USA basketball is a program that’s built as much on individual career development as it is on gold medals.

Joe Vardon186

Canada outlasts Slovenia, joins U.S., Germany, Serbia in FIBA World Cup semifinals

Canada will play Serbia at 4:45 a.m. ET on Friday in one semifinal. The USA will play Germany in the other semifinal Friday.

Joe Vardon102

Anthony Edwards makes change at Team USA urging, 'happiest' player after rout of Italy at FIBA World Cup

Team USA will play the winner of Germany-Latvia on Friday in a World Cup semifinal.

Joe Vardon118

Canada rallies to beat Spain in FIBA World Cup, secures Olympic berth: How it happened

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led Canada's comeback by scoring or assisting on 14 straight points in the final two minutes.

John Hollinger and Eric Koreen82

Lithuania hands USA first FIBA World Cup loss, but Americans punch ticket to Paris Olympics

Lithuania beat the Americans, 110-104, behind a shocking first-half display of size and 3-point prowess at the FIBA World Cup.

Joe Vardon290

Anthony Edwards: USA 'not really worried' about next FIBA World Cup foes after routing Jordan

Anthony Edwards exuded confidence after scoring 22 points in 19 minutes of Team USA's win in the final Pool C game at the FIBA World Cup.

Joe Vardon51

Team USA defeats Greece in FIBA World Cup; 'This isn't normal,' Steve Kerr says of squad's great chemistry

Team USA disposed of Greece with relative ease Monday in southeast Asia, 109-81.

Joe Vardon86

Simone Biles wins record eighth national all-around title: How she made history once again

Biles also won national titles on balance beam and floor exercise while picking up a bronze on uneven bars.

Tess DeMeyer27

Simone Biles, Suni Lee lead star-studded field at U.S. Gymnastics championships

Multiple Olympians and world champions will compete in the senior women's event at the 2023 U.S. Gymnastics Championships in San Jose.

Tess DeMeyer2

The meteoric rise and new-found fame of Austin Reaves

Proving doubters wrong has fueled Austin Reaves' rise with the Lakers and Team USA. Don't expect that to change because he's tasted success.

Jovan Buha116

Accolades abound but little ego on this Team USA staff: 'You're just here to serve'

There is noticeable star power among the Americans' coaches this summer. And head coach Steve Kerr says all were “no-brainers.”

Joe Vardon66

Anthony Edwards leads Team USA past Germany; guard is 'the guy,' Steve Kerr says

Anthony Edwards capped a brilliant exhibition season for the Americans with 34 points in their 99-91 comeback win over Germany on Sunday.

Joe Vardon100

Ohio State star wrestler Sammy Sasso shot, hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries

Sasso, a two-time Big Ten champion, was the "victim of a senseless shooting incident" Friday night, OSU's coach said.

The Athletic Staff23

Becky Hammon's Hall of Fame journey: A continued pursuit of excellence

Hammon, who made six WNBA All-Star teams after being undrafted, will be inducted into the Hall of Fame on Saturday.

Sabreena Merchant11

How Simone Biles came all the way back for another shot at the Olympics

With a fresh sense of purpose, and a revamped USA Gymnastics prioritizing mental health, Simone Biles returned Saturday with Paris in sight.

Kalyn Kahler17

Inside Paolo Banchero's pick of Team USA over Italy: From maternal bonds to Grant Hill's recruitment

Paolo Banchero opens up on why he chose to represent the U.S. internationally instead of Italy, which was counting on his commitment.

Joe Vardon48