Learn about the nationality and background of the legendary ... a name in history record books as the first Black swimmer to secure an Olympic gold medal, creating joy among Surinamese citizens.

Huske, Biles and runner Gabby Thomas tied for most gold medals, with three each. FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE A COUNTRY'S OLYMPIC PERFORMANCE Every four years, countries like the U.S., China ...

U.S. skateboarder Nyjah Huston won his first Olympics medal ... worn down and more black than bronze in several areas. Yuto Horigome of Japan successfully defends his gold medal in men’s street ...

One hundred years ago, DeHart Hubbard of Avondale made history as the first Black athlete to win an individual Olympic gold medal when he won the long jump at the 1924 Olympic Games. Those Games ...

Imane Khelif, the Algerian boxer who became the focal point of a gender eligibility debate at the Paris Olympics, secured the gold medal in the women’s 145-pound division Friday afternoon ...

The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris are into their second week, with medals being awarded in a wide range of sports Saturday as Team USA adds to their medal count. Though it's been eight years since ...

Scruggs made history as the first Black American woman to win an individual medal in fencing. It also marked the first time American women won both gold and silver Olympic medals at individual ...

PARIS, France — For athletes across the world, there is perhaps nothing more rewarding than flashing an Olympic gold medal for people back home to “ooh” and “ahh” at. But despite the ...