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U.S. Olympian Kim Rhode Takes Her Shot At History To Dispel Stigma
If Rio goes well for her, Olympic shooter Kim Rhode could become the first person to medal in six consecutive Summer Games. But Rhode is looking beyond the personal accolades.
Russian Balloonist Circumnavigates The Globe, Claims World Record
A 65-year-old Russian adventurer has piloted a balloon around the world solo and non-stop in 11 days, braving air too thin to breath, below-freezing temperatures, storms and barely any sleep.
NBA Will Pull 2017 All-Stars Game From Charlotte Over N.C. ‘Bathroom Bill’
The controversial state law limits civil rights protections for LGBT people; the league says it can’t host the All-Star game in that climate. A new location for the game hasn’t yet been announced.
Russian Track Athletes’ Appeal Is Denied By Court Of Arbitration For Sport
The request for arbitration had been filed by the Russian Olympic Committee and 68 track and field athletes who were declared ineligible for the Olympic Games in Rio.
Russia Should Be Barred From Rio Olympics, World Anti-Doping Agency Says
“The findings of the report show a shocking and unprecedented attack on the integrity of sport and on the Olympic Games,” IOC President Thomas Bach says of a WADA investigation.