She was one of the flag bearers for the opening and closing ceremonies and continues to use her exposure at the Olympics to promote a message of peace.
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Frederic McLaughlin, the late Chicago Blackhawks founder, to be inducted into the US Hockey Hall of Fame
Late Chicago Blackhawks founder Frederic McLaughlin is part of the 2024 class for the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame. The enshrinement ceremony is Dec. 4.
Australian breaker Raygun says she felt ‘panic’ after public ridicule to her Olympic performance
For Australian breaker Rachael Gunn, first came her polarizing performance at the Olympics, followed by her panic when she was chased through the streets of Paris.
Gold medal chocolate muffins recipe: A wholesome, but still chocolatey take on those viral Olympic treats
Last month, we went mad for chocolate muffins from the Olympics. Here’s a whole grain and gluten-free version you can make at home.
Olympic distance runner from Uganda set on fire by her boyfriend
A Ugandan athlete living in Kenya was attacked and set on fire by her boyfriend and is receiving treatment for burns on 75% of her body, police said.
Chicago basketball report: Lonzo Ball shows off his shot in 5-on-5 runs — and Ixhelt González shines at Paralympics in Paris
After being cleared for contact scrimmaging at the start of August, Chicago Bulls’ Lonzo Ball has continued to participate in casual runs against NBA players Jaren Jackson Jr. and Lonnie Walker IV.
Team USA content creators raise visibility of Paralympic sport
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee has launched a new project titled “Team USA Creators” to capture behind-the-scenes content at the Paralympics.
American collegiate Paralympians can now capitalize on new marketing opportunities through NIL
Team USA runner Liza Corso is leaving Paris with her second Paralympic medal, but is hopeful other rewards are in her near future.
Beach volleyball returns to Chicago on Labor Day weekend — and features Olympic medalists
Fresh off winning a silver medal at the 2024 Olympics, Brandie Wilkerson and Melissa Humana-Paredes will headline the AVP Chicago Open on Labor Day weekend.
The Paralympic Games are starting. Here’s what to expect as 4,400 athletes compete in Paris.
The Paralympic Games are set to open Wednesday as some 4,400 athletes with disabilities, permanent injuries or impairments prepare to compete for 549 medals across 22 sports over 11 days in Paris.