Noah Lyles talks the talk, but he also walks the walk. After staring down one of his opponents after finishing second in the 100-meter semifinals, the American sprinter came back with vengeance in the final, winning his first Olympic gold medal. Now, Lyles aims to go two-for-two in individual events with the 200-meter final on […]
Olympics track and field live results, updates, highlights from Day 6 events at 2024 Paris Games
Gabby Thomas got her long-awaited Olympic moment on Tuesday, stepping to the top of the podium after winning gold in the women’s 200-meter. Could Wednesday deliver Quincy Hall’s moment? Hall is among the favorites in the men’s 400-meter after running an impressive 43.95 in the semifinals. The American is pursuing his first Olympic medal, but […]
What is a decathlon? Explaining the 10 track and field events in combined Olympics race
When players are classified as great athletes in their respective sports, they are often categorized in that manner based on undeniable athleticism and a freak-of- nature skill set. While those attributes are true, a more definitive definition of a great athlete can be seen firsthand in the decathlon competition. It takes full mastery of running, […]
How heavy is a shot put? Explaining the weight difference for men's and women's Olympic events
When it comes to the Olympics and some of the earliest competition in those games, nothing comes to mind more than the shot put event. While some think that throwing the “shot” is the same thing as putting it, it is not. The two are very different. The “throwing” motion resembles what one may see […]
Olympics track and field live results, updates, highlights from Day 5 events at 2024 Paris Games
Tuesday’s action at Stade de France includes five finals, including one of the most anticipated races of the 2024 Olympics. Days after Julien Alfred knocked off Sha’Carri Richardson in the 100-meter final, the Saint Lucian sprinter is looking to take down another favored American. Gabby Thomas is the favorite in Tuesday’s 200-meter final, and she […]