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Skeleton rider Vladyslav Heraskevych's appeal dismissed by CAS

Court upholds disqualification for 'Memory Helmet' with political message

Casey Wasserman's LA28 future in question amid Epstein ties

Wasserman faces pressure over his past connections to Jeffrey Epstein as he looks to sell his agency and focus on delivering the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.

LA 2028 Olympics Boss Selling Talent Agency Amid Epstein, Maxwell Backlash

Casey Wasserman cites becoming a "distraction" over ties to convicted sex offenders.

Ilia Malinin's Olympic Flop Tops List of Biggest U.S. Disappointments

Figure skating prodigy's eighth-place finish at 2026 Winter Games among worst failures in American Olympic history.

Times Reporters Dive Into the Cheese, Pasta, and Quirks of the Winter Olympics

A team of 22 journalists from The New York Times is covering the 2026 Winter Games in Italy, reporting on everything from the sports competition to the global logistics and politics behind the event.

Swiss Star Fiala Out of Olympics After Injury vs. Canada

Lower-leg injury ends Kevin Fiala's 2026 Winter Games

Swiss Star Kevin Fiala Out for Olympics With Leg Injury

Fiala had to be stretchered off the ice during Switzerland's loss against Canada.

MLB Commissioner Optimistic About 2028 Olympics

Manfred sees 'a lot of momentum' for MLB players to compete in LA Games

IOC Disqualifies Ukrainian Athlete for Supporting Fallen Countrymen

Vladyslav Heraskevych's helmet tribute to Ukrainian athletes sparks controversy

LA28 Chair Casey Wasserman Keeps Olympics Gig Amid Epstein Files Furor

Outside review finds no new information beyond what was already known, committee says.

Ukrainian Skeleton Racer Disqualified for Wearing Helmet with Political Message

Vladyslav Heraskevych defied IOC rules on political expression at the Winter Olympics

LA28 board backs Wasserman after Epstein scrutiny

Wasserman's past contacts with Epstein and Maxwell do not impact his leadership, board says

Craftsbury Rowing Team Cheers on Teammate at Milan Cortina Games

Margie Freed, a UVM alum training at the Craftsbury Outdoor Center, placed 21st in the women's 15k biathlon.

LA28 Board Backs Wasserman Despite Epstein Scandal

Leaders say Wasserman should continue leading 2028 Olympics despite ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

LA Olympics Chair Wasserman Keeps Role After Epstein, Maxwell Review

Organizing committee says interactions with convicted sex offenders did not impact preparations for 2028 Games.

LA Kings Send 5 Players to 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan

Kings stars to represent Finland, Sweden, Switzerland, and Canada at international tournament

LA28 Officials Stand by Wasserman Despite Epstein Ties

Board cites independent review, Wasserman's leadership in keeping him as Olympics organizing chair

LA28 Board Backs Wasserman After Epstein Files Scrutiny

Organizing committee chairman's leadership role affirmed despite ties to Epstein and Maxwell.

LA28 Board Backs Casey Wasserman After Epstein Files Stir Scrutiny

Organizing committee chairman's position remains secure following executive committee meeting.

Summer Olympians Eager to Watch Winter Games

Athletes from sports like water polo, archery, climbing, and fencing plan to follow the action in Milan Cortina as fans

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