In 1964, he was one of the first three African Americans to compete in wrestling at the Games. He went on to have a distinguished coaching career.

At the time, athletes received silver medals for winning first place. The Olympics didn't introduce gold medals until 1904 ...

The history and techniques of Pankration, an ancient Greek martial art, have had a significant impact on modern mixed martial ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Monica is an entertainment reporter covering TV, film, and music. VERONA, ITALY - FEBRUARY 20: A general view of the Verona Arena ...

Los Altos High School’s 16-year-old sophomore Epenesa Elison says she’s not much different than her peers. “I like to eat, read and go swimming,” Elison said. “I kind of like to do everything that ...

Collectors travel from all over the world to trade and purchase pins representing past, present and future Olympic Games.

Athens-based editor Katie Silcox has narrowed down this list of 15 places everyone should visit in Greece in their lifetime, ...

MILAN — The 2026 Winter Olympics are wrapping up today with the closing ceremony at Verona Olympic Arena. Hockey captain and gold medalist Hilary Knight and ice dance silver medalist Evan Bates are ...

Ginnis ends career with symbolic Olympic run Injuries prevent Ginnis from competing at peak level Ginnis grateful for Olympic experience despite challenges BORMIO, Italy, Feb 16 (Reuters) - When AJ ...

After weeks of intense competition, victories and heart-warming moments, the 2026 Winter Olympic Games are coming to a close. Team USA has won several gold medals, including for figure skating, ice ...

The Olympic Village ran out of condoms earlier this week, which has inspired another round of public fascination about how busy the athletes are getting when they’re not competing for medals. The ...