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The battle for the future of the Olympic Games is being fought in Brisbane and it is about more than just stadiums
by Elijahby ElijahSoon: Plans to rebuild the Gabba for the Brisbane Olympics were scrapped due to cost concerns. Experts say IOC wanted cheaper plan to show Games can be sustainable Whats Next?: …
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‘Dreams never die’: Nikki Ayers embraces gold medal favouritism for Paralympics
by Elijahby ElijahSoon: Nikki Ayers will team up with Jed Altschwager in the PR3 mixed double sculls at the Paris Paralympic Games. Most Paralympic and Olympic rowing team members have been selected, …
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‘Very positive’: IOC backs Brisbane 2032 Games preparations amid latest changes to venue plans
by Elijahby ElijahSoon: The IOC has expressed confidence in Brisbane’s Olympic preparations amid the latest political upheaval over the venue changes. The president of the IOC Coordination Commission, Kirsty Coventry, is confident …
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An Australian Paralympic athlete explains why being an amputee is “one of the most wonderful things that has ever happened to me”
by Elijahby ElijahSarah Walsh had her right foot amputated when she was young 25-year-old Australian athlete will soon compete in third Paralympic Games In search of a medal in the T64 long …
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Fury as Paris Olympics poster removes Christian cross from Napoleon’s tomb as France considers allowing a Saudi ‘Olympic village’ to be established at the famous monument.
by Jackby JackThe Paris Olympics poster has removed a Christian cross from Napoleon’s tomb, sparking fury among critics. Two art-deco posters from the city were revealed this week to promote the event, …
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Could Prince Harry be looking to secure a big TV deal for the Invictus Games? Duke of Sussex hires sports TV exec who has overseen live coverage of the Olympics and World Cup as new CEO ahead of first winter games in Canada
by Jackby JackPrince Harry has named a TV executive as the new chief executive of his first Invictus Winter Games and will head to Canada with Meghan Markle next week amid claims …