Lance Armstrong, the former cycling champion, publicly admitted to using performance-enhancing drugs in an interview with Oprah Winfrey. He acknowledged using EPO, testosterone, cortisone, and human growth hormone, and participating in blood doping and illegal…
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How Olympic Boycotts Have Advanced Social Justice and Transformed Global Political Dynamics
The Olympic ban on South Africa due to its apartheid policies was a pivotal moment in demonstrating the power of international boycotts in advancing social justice. It helped isolate South Africa on the global stage,…
Olympic athletes lose medals due to doping scandals
Jordan Chiles isn’t the first athlete to have an Olympic medal taken away. The American gymnast had a strong performance at the 2024 Paris Games, winning a team all-around gold with the U.S. gymnastics team…
Team USA Shines at 2024 Paris Olympics with 10 Medals in Gymnastics, Biles Leads the Way
Team USA made a strong impression at the 2024 Paris Olympics, wrapping up the gymnastics competition with a total of 10 medals, including three golds. Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles played pivotal roles in the…