Wang Chuqin, world No 1 in table tennis, reflects on his recent decline in performance, hoping a new generation will emerge to lead China after the Los Angeles Olympics, as the country's men's dominance wanes post-Fan Zhendong's retirement.
Retired artistic gymnast Dipa Karmakar reflects on her 2014 Commonwealth Games bronze in Glasgow and expresses support for Pranati Nayak, believing she has a strong chance for a medal. Karmakar also looks forward to India hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad and potentially the 2036 Olympics.
The IOC has provisionally lifted the suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee, paving the way for Russia to potentially compete with its national flag and anthem at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Sports bodies are advised to end vetting for neutral competition.
The IOC has advised Olympic sports federations to stop vetting Russian athletes for neutral status ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. This follows an earlier recommendation to allow Belarusian and Russian athletes to compete with their national identity, though full national representation is still pending.
The International Olympic Committee has lifted its suspension on Russia, allowing Russian athletes to potentially compete at the Los Angeles Olympics. The ban, imposed after the invasion of Ukraine, was lifted after the Russian Olympic Committee removed Ukrainian territories from its jurisdiction. However, decisions on Russian flags and anthems, and hosting events in Russia, remain with international federations.
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan inaugurated the LA Knight Riders Cricket Ground in Pomona, California. The venue aims to boost cricket's expansion in North America and will host matches for the Los Angeles Knight Riders franchise, including a role in the 2028 Olympics.
Hong Kong's women's lacrosse team has appointed Emily Gray as their new on-site head coach to prepare for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Gray, a former England and Great Britain player, will relocate to Hong Kong, shifting from previous long-distance coaching models.
Siobhan Haughey concluded the Mare Nostrum Swim Tour with four golds and four silvers, showcasing strong form ahead of the Asian Games and 2028 Olympics. She won the 200m freestyle in Barcelona and broke a meet record in Canet.
Neeraj Chopra is nearing a comeback after a 232-day break focused on rehabilitation from groin, ankle and back injuries. The Olympic champion has been rebuilding fitness and refining technique ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Potential return events include meets in Poland, Finland and Czechia, while his main target remains defending his Asian Games title later this year.
Neeraj Chopra is nearing a comeback after a 232-day break focused on rehabilitation from groin, ankle and back injuries. The Olympic champion has been rebuilding fitness and refining technique ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Potential return events include meets in Poland, Finland and Czechia, while his main target remains defending his Asian Games title later this year.
Simone Biles recently shared new poolside photos from her completed $3 million Texas mansion with Jonathan Owens. After years of planning and construction delays, the couple is finally enjoying their dream home together while Biles also continues thinking about her future ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Eighteen-year-old Shahnavaz Khan shattered the junior national long jump record with an 8.23m leap, surpassing Murali Sreeshankar's mark. His coach highlights a significant mental transformation alongside physical development. Khan aims to qualify for the Asian Games and has the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics as his ultimate goal, driven by intense dedication.
Allyson Felix, the most decorated woman in Olympic athletics history with 11 medals, announced plans to comeback at age 40 for a sixth Olympics in 2028 in Los Angeles. The LA native, who gave birth to her second child in 2024, last competed at the 2022 World Championships in Eugene. She won her only solo gold in the 200m at London 2012 and dominated relay events across five Olympic Games.
