Mo Farah Lands a Double-Double, Winning Gold in 5,000
After much confusion, Paul Chelimo of the U.S. claims silver.
Brazil Gets an Ounce of Revenge on Germany
In an Olympic rematch of the 2014 World Cup semifinal, Brazil beats Germany on penalty kicks.
At the Olympics, the Thrill of Victory, the Agony of Defeat and the Lure of the Dance Floor
Countries and companies vie for the title of Rio’s Best Party, offering night life to athletes once their competitions are over.
Steve Johnson Reaches a U.S. Apex, With a Bronze Medal in Tow
When the next rankings are released, Johnson will end John Isner’s three-year reign as the top-ranked American men’s tennis player.
Where One Olympic Medal Is a Lot Better Than None
The Games are a highly lopsided affair. Most countries go home with no medals.
Want an All-Access Pass to the Rio Olympics? Being Royalty Helps.
Members of the ‘Olympic Family’ receive credentials that provide privileges such as special seating and private transportation.
U.S. Women Go From Gaffe to Gold in 4×100 Relay
Allyson Felix and Tori Bowie powered the defending champions past the Jamaicans, who won silver.
Usain Bolt Leads Jamaica to Relay Gold; U.S. Disqualified
It’s Bolt’s third gold medal in Rio and his ninth over all. Japan won silver and Canada ended up with bronze.
Germany Defeats Sweden to Win First Soccer Gold
Germany took control with two goals early in the second half, cracking open a Swedish defense that had eliminated the top-ranked United States and host Brazil in its last two matches.
On Olympics: In Bolt’s Long Shadow, Ashton Eaton’s Excellence Peeks Through
Eaton’s second straight gold medal in the decathlon was an achievement to rival Usain Bolt’s sprint greatness, even if it got less attention.
On Olympics: Sebastian Coe Seeks to Rebuild Trust in Track and Field
With some of the smallest crowds in Olympic history at Rio, Coe, president of the I.A.A.F., is looking afresh at ways to save the sport.
Sports of The Times: In the Shadow of the Olympic Park, Women’s Sports Lag Behind
Women’s sports, even at the youth level, remain heavily stigmatized in Brazil. U.N. Women is trying to change that for a group of girls from Rio’s favelas.
Brazil’s Economic Crisis Forces Cuts to Paralympics in Rio
The Paralympic Games, set to start Sept. 7, are in a precarious financial position, with budget cuts affecting the number of workers, transportation options and sports venues.
Ryan Lochte Apologizes ‘For My Behavior’ After Rio Robbery Claim
Mr. Lochte issued a statement on Instagram saying he should have been “more careful” when giving a disputed account of an armed robbery.
The Latest on the Ryan Lochte Case
Lochte apologized for not being more candid in how he described an altercation at a gas station over the weekend in Rio. The American swimmer is accused of making false claims.
For the Spotlight? Ryan Lochte Was Ready to Do Anything
“I see me being a designer, I see me being a model, I see me being a TV star,” Lochte said on his short-lived reality TV show. Now he has corralled the spotlight from Michael Phelps, if not as planned.
100? 200? Doesn’t Matter. They Still Can’t Catch Usain Bolt.
Bolt won the 200 meter dash on Thursday, cementing his legacy as the most dominant sprinter of all time.
Lower Medal Count in Rio Rattles China’s Olympics Obsession
The count has long been long viewed as a measure of China’s rising global power, and an uneven showing in the Rio Games has smarted.
AIBA Reassigns Official Overseeing Olympic Boxing Judges
The removal of the federation’s executive director, Karim Bouzidi, came after a handful of judges were sent home for making dubious decisions in some bouts.
Badminton’s Shuttlecock: Sports Gear’s Rare Bird
What it takes to be a shuttle used at the Rio Games: the right temperature and humidity, demanding craftsmanship, and 16 feathers from the left wing of a goose.
Brazilian Judge Discusses Case Involving American Swimmers
Judge Marcello Rubioli said the swimmers’ stories about being robbed were contradictory, raising the doubts of the police.
The Police Say Ryan Lochte Lied About Gunpoint Assault
American swimmers fabricated a story that they were assaulted at gunpoint, investigators said.
Rugby Championship Tests Southern Hemisphere Superiority
The four-nation Rugby Championship kicks off Saturday with Australia hosting New Zealand and Argentina at South Africa.
TV Sports: Little Is Medal-Worthy About NBC’s Coverage of Foreign Athletes
The network’s pro-American predisposition has been visible in who is interviewed after an event or whose families are shown in stadiums and arenas.
Elaine Thompson Adds the 200 to Her 100 Crown
Thompson, from Jamaica, finished ahead of Dafne Schippers of the Netherlands.
Who Are the Swimmers Who Were With Ryan Lochte?
Jimmy Feigen, Gunnar Bentz and Jack Conger all won gold medals in Rio.
South Korean Dream Team Begins Its Quest for a Sweep in Women’s Golf
Inbee Park of South Korea is one shot behind the leader, Ariya Jutanugarn of Thailand, after the first round.
Judge Orders Ryan Lochte and James Feigen to Stay in Brazil
A judge issued an order to seize the two American Olympic swimmers’ passports as doubts emerged over reports they had been robbed, but Mr. Lochte had already left the country.
Top Irish Olympic Executive Arrested Over Ticket Scalping Allegations
Patrick Hickey, Europe’s top Olympic official, was arrested just before 8 a.m. at an oceanside hotel in Rio. He was later taken to a hospital by ambulance.
On Olympics: Twins Finish Marathon Hand in Hand, but Their Country Says They Crossed a Line
When the German twins Anna and Lisa Hahner joined hands as they finished deep in the pack in the women’s marathon, they quickly drew sharp criticism from their federation.
Sports of The Times: In the Brazilian Rain Forest, ‘a White Elephant, a Big One’
Like the opulent opera house in Manaus, which was built by rubber barons and fell into disuse, the costly Arena da Amazônia is providing little benefit.
It’s a Bird! No, It’s a Crocodile! Synchronized Swimming Themes Can Be Mystifying
Each synchro routine has an elaborate theme, and each theme must be conveyed with grace, precision and dramatically relevant facial gestures.
Juan Martín del Potro to Receive Wild Card Into U.S. Open
Del Potro, the 2009 United States Open champion, is coming off a silver medal run at the Olympics, but he is ranked only 141st.
João Havelange, Who Built and Ruled World Soccer With Firm Hand, Dies at 100
As the head of FIFA for 24 years, the Brazilian businessman built soccer into a multibillion-dollar powerhouse. He was also implicated in a lucrative kickback scandal.
Sinosphere: Uninhibited Chinese Swimmer, Discussing Her Period, Shatters Another Barrier
Fu Yuanhui, already a media star for her exuberant style, broke a taboo among female athletes by telling an interviewer she had her period at the Olympics.
This Great-Grandmother Coaches an Olympic Champion. Now Let Her By.
Anna Sofia Botha, 74, has coached the South African runner Wayde van Niekerk for four years, helping him break the elusive men’s 400-meter world record.
Pro Boxers at the Olympics: An Opportunity, or a Dangerous Power Grab?
Pro boxers are competing at the Games for the first time, but the decision to allow them triggered an immediate backlash from some doctors, boxers and promoters.
Sports of The Times: Usain Bolt’s Showdown With Justin Gatlin Carries a Sense of History Passing
Bolt claimed gold in the 100 meters for the third Summer Olympics in a row, reaffirming his title as the world’s fastest man while beating an aging rival cast as his opposite.
Sports of The Times: Gymnast’s Specialty: Returning to the Olympics. (She’s 41. It’s Her 7th Trip.)
Oksana Chusovitina of Uzbekistan competed in her seventh Games and was seventh in the vault final. The average age of her opponents was 20.
Andy Murray’s Big Year Now Has Olympic Gold
He defeated Juan Martin Del Potro, 7-5, 4-6, 6-2, 7-5, to win the men’s singles title at the Rio Games.
Usain Bolt Is Still the World’s Fastest Man
Bolt became the first runner to win the 100 meters at three straight Olympics. The American Justin Gatlin was second.
In Olympic Dressage, an Effortless Performance Takes Hard Work
In the equestrian version of ballroom dancing, horses must appear relaxed. Companions known as grooms help keep them amiable, serving as valet, dietitian and constant guardian.
Sports of The Times: Officials Spent Big on Olympics, but Rio Natives Are Paying the Price
Rio de Janeiro residents have criticized Brazilian officials for spending money on the Olympics rather than tending to the country’s problems.
Rio 2016: Sumgong Gives Kenya Its First Women’s Marathon Gold
Shalane Flanagan was the top American finisher, placing sixth.
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