Budokan Spotlight Casts Light On Japan At Games
The Nippon Budokan in Tokyo, a shrine of judo history and a famed music venue, hosts the 2024 Tokyo Games events. Naomi Takato and Funa Tanaki aim for Japan’s first golds in their respective 60 kg and 48 kg judo divisions, lifting national spirits.
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Biles Sparks Growth of Black and Brown Gymnasts in U S
A surge in Black and brown gymnasts follows Simone Biles rise as more athletes of color join elite programs. U S teams show increased diversity with six of six World Champions Centre elites being Black and Grambling exploring women’s gymnastics as a Black college path.
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Debate Over Vaccination Status Roils U S Swim Team
Former gold medalist Maya DiRadoes public critique sparks a debate as Michael Andrew prepares for Tokyo after revealing he is unvaccinated. DiRado criticizes his choice while IOC and USOC say vaccination was not mandatory. Andrew cites risk management and daily testing.
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Tokyo opens Olympics amid guarded hope and barricades
Emperor Naruhito proclaimed the Games as Tokyo hosts amid a sanitized, barricaded stadium. Officials cite sport's power to inspire while public fear and pandemic weariness shadow the event.
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