Blog Profile / Fourth-Place Medal
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| Filed Under: | Sports / Olympics | |
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| Posts / Week: | 8.1 | |
| Archived Since: | February 9, 2010 | |
Blog Post Archive
Oscar Pistorius can leave South Africa for international competitions, judge rules
Oscar Pistorius can leave South Africa.
A judge has ruled that Pistorius, the Olympic athlete charged with murdering his girlfriend on Valentine's Day, may leave South Africa for international competitions. However, there are significant...Show More Summary
Lolo Jones is ‘so desperate’ for an Olympic medal she took up bobsledding
Lolo Jones is in the midst of competitions to join the United States bobsledding team for the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics. While her motives seem both competitive and patriotic, in truth she has a far simpler aim: she just wants a doggone medal. Show More Summary
Airlines lose important piece of figure skater Ashley Wagner’s luggage: Her skates
Figure skater Ashley Wagner has a big task to accomplish this week. Along with U.S. teammate Gracie Gold, she has to place high enough to qualify the United States for three spots for next year's Olympics.
But it will be tough for her...Show More Summary
Oscar Pistorius described as ‘on verge of suicide’ as lawyers seek reduced bail terms
Oscar Pistorius is "on the verge of suicide," a close friend says, even as his attorneys are seeking lighter bail terms that would allow Pistorius to travel.
Pistorius, free on bail but charged with the murder of his girlfriend Reeva...Show More Summary
Quad jumps now expected in men’s figure skating
? When American Evan Lysacek won gold in figure skating at the Vancouver Olympics, Yahoo! Sports' Elvis Stojko had a huge problem with the result. Though he had no problem with Lysacek's performance, he did have a problem with the way...Show More Summary
Oscar Pistorius planning his own ceremony to honor the memory of Reeva Steenkamp
Already, the Oscar Pistorius trial is shaping up to be one of the most fascinating and highly publicized ones in recent memory. Now comes word that Pistorius is planning to hold his own ceremony to honor his late girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp. Show More Summary
New Orleans anchor asks two-time Olympic gold medalist Mo Farah if he’s run before
Remember Mo Farah, the British runner who won two golds in London? His win over training partner Galen Rupp was one of the most thrilling moments of the 2012 Olympics. The British crowd roared as he crossed the finish line, and he became...Show More Summary
Prosecutor: Error in declaration of testosterone found at Pistorius’ home
One of the more explosive "revelations" to come from the Oscar Pistorius bail hearings has been discounted by the prosecution.
Medupe Simasiku, the case's prosecutor and a member of South Africa's National Prosecution Agency, indicated...Show More Summary
Oscar Pistorius Nike ad takes on new, chilling resonance after tragedy
Early Thursday morning, South African police arrested Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius on suspicion of murder in the shooting death of his girlfriend. Initial reports indicated that the death was an accident, but police have refrained from a definitive statement on the crime.
Regardless, this Nike ad takes on new and chilling meaning. Show More Summary
Oscar Pistorius tweeted about intruder fears months before being charged with murder
South African Olympic runner Oscar Pistorius was charged with murder on Thursday after his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp was shot at his home in Pretoria. Pistorius, who had collected considerable fame and wealth after becoming the first...Show More Summary
T-minus one year: Five events to watch to prepare you for the 2014 Winter Olympics
The 2014 Winter Olympics officially open one year from today. Do you want to be the super cool person at the water cooler who can impress everyone with your Winter Olympic knowledge? Circle these dates on your calendar and start paying attention to the your favorite winter sports right now.
Feb. Show More Summary
Lindsey Vonn injured in crash at world championships
Olympic gold medalist Lindsey Vonn was airlifted off a mountain in Schladming, Austria after crashing during the world championships. Vonn's crash came during the Super G. She slipped and then when head over heels, with her legs getting tangled up as she hit the ground. Show More Summary
Canadian figure skaters get in fight at hotel after championships
Canadian figure skaters will fight for their right to party. According to the Globe and Mail, police were called to break up a party filled with figure skaters who had just competed in the Canadian national championships.
At 5 a.m. on Sunday, eight skaters reportedly got into a fight. Show More Summary
Olympic gold medalist Maya Moore’s ring allegedly stolen, sold by really dumb criminal
Maya Moore helped the U.S. women's basketball team win gold in London, but she never got the ring she earned for her accomplishment. Olympians receive rings for making the games, and a package that was supposed to contain Moore's ring went missing. Show More Summary
Missy Franklin ‘nervous’ before high school meet
Missy Franklin won four gold medals at the London Olympics. Since then, she's appeared in front of crowds at a Denver Broncos game, "The Tonight Show," and at plenty of different awards shows. Though she's a teenager, you think these experiences would drum nervousness right out of her, right?
Wrong. Show More Summary
Report: Former Olympian Suzy Favor Hamilton reveals she has worked as a Las Vegas escort
Suzy Favor Hamilton, a three-time U.S. Olympian, has revealed that she has spent much of the past year working as a $600-an-hour escort. It's a stunning admission, and a decision that Hamilton now calls a "huge mistake," according to...Show More Summary
Oscar Pistorius vs. a horse. Who ya got?
Oscar Pistorius is one of the fastest men on the planet, an Olympian whose achievement is all the more impressive because of the prosthetic blades on which he runs. In Qatar this week, Pistorius ran a 100m race against a horse, and as you can see by the video above, the Blade Runner absolutely dominates the Arabian steed. Show More Summary
Ryan Lochte predicts Michael Phelps will be back in the pool for 2016 Rio Olympics
This past summer in London, Michael Phelps became the most decorated Olympian of all time, finishing with 22 career medals and universal acclaim for his achievements. So when he said he'd retired from Olympic competition after London, he didn't waver. Show More Summary
Michael Phelps says ‘Call Me, Maybe’ video bonded the U.S. swim team
The USA swim team's version of "Call Me, Maybe" was a hit during the Olympics and has been viewed more than 10 million times on You Tube. It was even aired during NBC's broadcast of the Olympics. But it turns out it was more than just a way for bored swimmers to pass time during practices, traveling, and autograph signings. Show More Summary
Ryan Lochte will teach you how to swim for Hurricane Sandy relief
Five-time Olympic gold medalist Ryan Lochte has many roles: swimmer, actor, future fashion designer, Florida Gator. Now he will add "swim coach" to the list. He's still competing, but he has volunteered his services as a coach to help...Show More Summary