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- 1L.A. Olympics organizers limit some financial disclosuresβΌL.A. Olympics organizers limit some financial disclosures, a Times review shows
A Los Angeles Times review has found that organizers of the 2028 L.A. Olympics are limiting certain financial disclosures, restricting public visibility into how money is being spent ahead of the Games. The reporting raises questions about transparency from the organizing committee, which has pledged openness as it manages a multibillion-dollar budget.
- 2LA28 Unveils Initial Triathlon Course DetailsβInitial Details of the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Triathlon Courses Unveiled
Organisers of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games have released initial details of the triathlon courses. The announcement marks an early step in shaping the competition venues for swimming, cycling and running segments. Further specifics, including exact routes and locations, are expected to be confirmed as preparations for the Games progress.
- 3Munich vows to waste no time in Olympic bidβΌ'We cannot wait': Munich to waste no time with Olympic bid
Munich is pressing ahead with its bid to host the Olympic Games, with officials declaring 'we cannot wait' as the city moves quickly on its plans. The push signals that Munich does not intend to delay its candidacy, joining the race to bring the Games back to the German city. Attention is now on how quickly the bid can gather momentum.
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Germany has selected Munich as its candidate city to host a future Olympic Games. The decision puts Munich forward in the international competition to become the official host, and it revives the city's connection to the Olympics after it staged the 1972 Summer Games. Details on which edition Germany intends to target have not yet been made clear.
- 5Malaysia's Sivasangari goes from near-fatal crash to Olympic qualificationβΌFrom near-fatal crash to Olympic ticket, Malaysia's Sivasangari writes her own script
Malaysian squash player Sivasangari Subramaniam has qualified for the Olympics after recovering from a near-fatal car crash, in what Reuters describes as her writing her own script. Her comeback from a serious road accident to earning a place at the Games is being highlighted as a remarkable story of resilience in Malaysian and international sport.
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Los Angeles Olympic organizers LA28 have announced a Human Rights Grants Program, according to Inside The Games. Details on funding levels, beneficiaries or partners have not been made public yet. The move comes as Olympic host committees face growing scrutiny over the social and human rights impact of staging the Games, making LA28 the latest organizing body to formally address the issue ahead of 2028.
- 7LA28 Olympics Draws 12 Million Ticket RegistrationsβLA28 Draws 12 Million Ticket Registrations With Two Years to Go
Organizers of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic and Paralympic Games say 12 million people have registered for tickets two years before the opening ceremony. The figure signals exceptionally early demand for the Games in the United States. The registrations came after LA28 opened its ticket interest list, and the total far exceeds initial expectations, suggesting intense competition for seats when sales begin.
- 8Subramaniam Defends Asian Games Gold, Secures Olympic Squash SpotβΌSubramaniam '23 Defends Asian Games Gold, Earns Spot in Squash's Olympic Debut
Cornell graduate Subramaniam '23 successfully defended her Asian Games squash gold medal, a result that also secured her place at the sport's first-ever Olympic appearance. Squash will make its debut on the Olympic programme, and her Asian Games triumph clinched qualification for the historic event.
- 9Esha Singh wins 25m pistol silver at Asian Games 2026βΌAsian Games 2026 shooting: Esha Singh wins 25m pistol silver medal after shoot-off; Manu Bhaker misses out
Indian shooter Esha Singh claimed the silver medal in the women's 25m pistol event at the Asian Games 2026, taking second place after a shoot-off. Fellow Indian shooter and Olympic champion Manu Bhaker missed out on a medal in the same event. The result adds to India's shooting tally at the Games and highlights the country's strong pistol programme.
- 10South Korean fencers take four Asian Games golds, target LA 2028βΌS. Korean fencers finish Asian Games with 4 golds, eye 2028 Olympics
South Korea's fencing team closed out the Asian Games with four gold medals, confirming the country's status as one of the continent's leading fencing nations. Team members and officials say the results mark a stepping stone toward the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, where they hope to build on the momentum.
- 11Los Angeles struggles to secure Olympic transit fundingβΌLos Angeles struggles to get Olympic transit funding
Los Angeles is facing difficulties securing funding for transit projects needed ahead of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Organisers and city officials have stressed that expanding and upgrading transport infrastructure is central to hosting the Games, but financing gaps and competing budget priorities are complicating plans. The funding shortfall raises questions about whether key transit improvements will be ready before the world arrives.
- 12German Olympic Committee picks Munich for Olympic bidβΌGerman Olympic Committee names Munich as bid city choice
The German Olympic Committee has named Munich as its choice to bid for a future Olympic Games. The Bavarian capital previously hosted the 1972 Summer Olympics and would now move forward as Germany's candidate city, with the decision confirming where the country's bid efforts will be concentrated.
- 13LA28 releases second batch of Olympic ticketsβLA28 Opens Second Olympic Ticket Drop After Record-Breaking First Sale
Los Angeles organizers for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games have opened a second ticket sale after an initial release that the committee describes as record-breaking for demand. The new drop gives fans another chance to secure seats for the Games, which return to the United States for the first time since 2002. Interest in LA28 tickets has been unusually high since the first phase of sales.
- 14Malaysia's Ng and Subramaniam win Asian Games gold, secure LA28 spotβΌMalaysiaβs Ng, Subramaniam book LA28 Olympics berth with Asian Games gold
Malaysia's Ng and Subramaniam won gold at the Asian Games, securing qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. The victory gives Malaysia an early berth at the Games and marks a notable achievement on the continental stage. Further details about the event, the final opponents and reactions from the athletes or Malaysian sporting bodies were not available.
- 15OCA president says politics have entered the Asian GamesβOlympic Council of Asia president says politics have already entered into the Asian Games
The president of the Olympic Council of Asia has said that politics have already made their way into the Asian Games, according to an ABC News report. The comments come as political tensions increasingly spill over into major international sporting events, raising concerns about athletes and organisers navigating pressures beyond sport itself.
- 16Malaysia's Ng Eain Yow and Sivasangari win Asian Games squash gold and LA28 spotsβΌAsian Games 2026: Malaysia's Ng Eain Yow, Sivasangari Subramaniam win squash singles finals, secure LA28 quotas
Malaysia's Ng Eain Yow and Sivasangari Subramaniam won the men's and women's squash singles finals at the 2026 Asian Games, securing qualification spots for the LA28 Olympic Games. Squash will make its Olympic debut in Los Angeles, making these quotas a landmark achievement for Malaysian squash.
- 17Olympic cycling champion Katy Marchant announces retirementβOlympic gold medal winner Katy Marchant announces retirement from cycling
British track cyclist Katy Marchant, an Olympic gold medallist, has announced her retirement from the sport. Marchant won team sprint gold for Great Britain at the Paris 2024 Games, capping a career that also included bronze at Rio 2016. Her departure marks the end of a notable era for British sprint cycling.
- 18Sarah Brightman mourns Liu Huan as a 'true gentleman'βΌSarah Brightman mourns Liu Huan, her Beijing Olympics duet partner, as "true gentleman"
Sarah Brightman has paid tribute to Chinese singer Liu Huan, describing her Beijing 2008 Olympics duet partner as a 'true gentleman'. The two famously performed 'You and Me' together at the opening ceremony of the Beijing Games. Her remarks are being carried by Chinese state media, prompting reflection on one of the most memorable Olympic musical moments.
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Calls are growing for greater inclusion in the Olympic movement, with debates over which athletes, sports and nations deserve a place at the Games. Discussions touch on qualifying pathways, representation and the barriers smaller or marginalized groups face in reaching Olympic competition.
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Attention is turning to the men's volleyball field for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, with a rundown of which national teams have secured qualification so far. The remaining spots will be decided through ongoing qualification pathways as the Games approach, and fans are following which volleyball powers are already booked for LA and which still have work to do.
- 21Amy Broadhurst targets last Olympic shot at European championshipsβΌAmy Broadhurst continues comeback at European championships: 'This will be my last shot at the Olympics'
Irish boxer Amy Broadhurst is continuing her comeback at the European championships, describing the campaign as her final attempt to qualify for the Olympics. The former world champion is fighting to secure a place at the Games, and attention is on whether her return to form can carry her through the tournament and into Olympic selection.
- 22Thailand's Puripol Boonson matches Asian record in 200m at Aichi-NagoyaβΌAsian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026: True to his word, Thailand's Puripol Boonson matches Asian record in men's 200m
Thai sprinter Puripol Boonson has matched the Asian record in the men's 200 metres at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, delivering on a promise he had made beforehand. The performance makes him one of the standout athletics stories of the 2026 Games and a rising name in Asian sprinting.
- 23At 17, Kang Jun-i eyes Olympic gold and a trick of his ownβΌAt 17, Kang Jun-i eyes Olympic gold β and a trick of his own
South Korean teenage athlete Kang Jun-i, at just 17, is targeting Olympic gold and hopes to land a signature trick of his own along the way. The profile highlights how young a new generation of Olympic hopefuls has become, with Kang openly aiming not just to compete but to win and to leave a personal mark on his sport.
- 24Gymnast Carlos Yulo announces engagement ahead of 2026 Asian GamesβΌAsian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026: Two-time gold medallist Carlos Yulo announces engagement
Philippine gymnast Carlos Yulo, a two-time Olympic gold medallist, has announced his engagement, with the news drawing warm congratulations from fans as attention builds toward the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya in 2026. Yulo is among the Philippines' most celebrated athletes following his historic triumphs at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
- 25Alexandra Eala targets Asian Games gold and LA28 spotβAsian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026: Alexandra Eala "would love a gold" and a quota for LA28
Filipino tennis player Alexandra Eala says she would love to win a gold medal at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya 2026, a result that would also secure a quota place for the LA28 Olympic Games. The 20-year-old, who has risen quickly through the professional ranks, is expected to be one of the leading names in the tennis draw when the multi-sport event gets underway in Japan.
- 26Archery at the 2026 Asian Games: results and India medal watchβΌArchery at Asian Games 2026: Scores, schedule, India results and medal winners - full list
Attention is turning to archery at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan, with a full rundown circulating of the event schedule, latest scores, India's results and the medal winners so far. Indian fans are following closely to track how the country's archers are faring against the continent's strongest competition ahead of upcoming Olympic cycles.
- 27Italians wary of ICE presence at 2026 Winter OlympicsβΌ'Absolutely don't want them:' Italians wary of ICE presence at 2026 Winter Olympics
Reports say many in Italy are pushing back against a possible presence of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, with some quoted saying they 'absolutely don't want them'. The story has raised questions about what role, if any, the US agency would play in security for the Games, and why an American domestic enforcement body would be involved at a European sporting event.
- 28Squash chief cautious over Brisbane 2032 Olympic inclusionβΌSquash chief not taking Olympic spot in Brisbane 2032 for granted
The head of squash's governing body has said the sport's place at the Brisbane 2032 Olympics cannot be taken for granted, despite the programme for the home Games still being finalised. Squash is expected to feature in Australia, but officials remain wary until inclusion is formally confirmed, reflecting how volatile Olympic programme decisions have become in recent cycles.
- 29LA28 Olympics projected to generate $40bn and 224,000 jobsβLA28 Olympics could generate $40bn and support 224,000 jobs, new study reveals
A new study estimates the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic and Paralympic Games could generate around $40bn in economic impact and support roughly 224,000 jobs. The projections are drawing attention to the anticipated economic boost for the city and region as preparations for the Games continue.
- 30Sandy Moreno carries baseball's Olympic dream from Atlanta 1996βΌFrom Atlanta 1996 to a new generation: Sandy Moreno and Baseball's Olympic dream
The World Baseball Softball Confederation highlights Sandy Moreno, linking baseball's Olympic history from Atlanta 1996 to a new generation of players chasing a place at the Games. The feature traces how the sport's Olympic legacy is being passed on, with Moreno presented as a symbol of that continuity as baseball works to secure its future on the Olympic programme.
- 31Munich chosen as Germany's 2036 Olympics bid cityβMunich was on Saturday selected ahead of the Cologne/Rhine-Ruhr region as part of a German national bid to host the 2036
Munich was selected on Saturday ahead of the Cologne/Rhine-Ruhr region as the German candidate city in a national bid to host the Summer Olympic Games in 2036, 2040 or 2044. It would be a return of the Olympics to Munich, which hosted the 1972 Summer Games. Cologne/Rhine-Ruhr lost out in the domestic selection, with a final international decision still to come.
- 32Shooting at Asian Games 2026: India results and medal winnersβShooting at Asian Games 2026: Scores, schedule, India results, medal winners - full list
Shooting is underway at the 2026 Asian Games, with organisers publishing full scores, schedules and updated medal lists. Attention centres on India's performances, with Olympic coverage tracking each Indian result and medal won in the discipline as the competition progresses. Fans are following the running tally of medallists across events.
- 33Squash chief cautious over Brisbane 2032 Olympic inclusionβGames-Squash chief not taking Olympic spot in Brisbane 2032 for granted
The head of squash's governing body has said the sport is not taking its place at the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games for granted. Squash is set to feature on the programme in Brisbane, and officials are working to ensure the sport meets expectations and secures its Olympic debut spot despite the allocation.
- 34Munich Named Germany's Candidate for Future Olympic GamesβMunich Chosen as Germanyβs Candidate for the 2036, 2040 or 2044 Olympics
Munich has been selected as Germany's candidate city to host the Olympic Games, with the bid targeting 2036, 2040 or 2044. The decision means the Bavarian capital, which hosted the 1972 Summer Olympics, will represent Germany in the international race for one of the three upcoming editions of the Games.
- 35Paris 2024 offers medal replacements over premature agingβ# Paris 2024 # Olympics : Medal replacement procedure "A small number of the # medals π€ awarded at # Paris2024 have been
Some medals awarded at the Paris 2024 Olympics have shown premature aging, prompting organisers to open a replacement procedure. Affected athletes can request a new medal through their National Olympic Committee. The issue has drawn attention because Olympic medals are meant to be lasting symbols, and questions are being raised about the quality of the items produced for the Games.
- 36Iranian runner Zahra Zarei sets sights on OlympicsβΌIranian runner Zahra Zarei aims to compete at Olympics
Iranian runner Zahra Zarei has declared her ambition to compete at the Olympic Games, according to a report by the Tehran Times. The sprinter is training toward qualifying standards, and her bid is being followed as part of wider attention on Iranian athletes preparing for upcoming Olympic competition.
- 37Northern Virginia Senior Olympics draws record participationβNorthern Virginia Senior Olympics sets participation record
The Northern Virginia Senior Olympics has set a new participation record, according to Axios. The games bring together older athletes from across the region to compete in a range of sporting events. The record turnout suggests growing interest in competitive athletics among seniors in the area.
- 38USU Researchers Map Clean Air Plan for 2034 Winter OlympicsβΌAn Olympic Legacy: USU Researchers Outline Opportunities for Cleaner Air Ahead of 2034 Games
Researchers at Utah State University have outlined opportunities to improve air quality in the region ahead of Salt Lake City hosting the 2034 Winter Olympic Games. Their work frames cleaner air as a potential lasting legacy of the Games, identifying measures that could reduce pollution for residents long after the event ends.
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The 2026 AAU Junior Olympic Games are being discussed ahead of the event, which brings together young athletes from across the United States to compete in a wide range of sports. Details about the host city, dates and qualifying athletes remain limited in current coverage.