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Putin says Russia will not boycott Pyeongchang Games
President Vladimir Putin will allow Russians to compete as neutral athletes at the Pyeongchang Olympics, opting against a boycott after an IOC ban on the country.
Russia Ban
After IOC's ruling, it's time the spotlight include the powers that be
The IOC's ban of Russia from the 2018 Olympics was unprecedented. Now, it remains to be seen whether the suits who run sports are ever going to held as rigorously accountable as the athletes who play sports.
Olympic Sports
Russian Olympic ban: How IOC got here, what happens next
What led the IOC to ban the Russian Olympic Committee? How will the IOC determine "clean" athletes for 2018 Games? And what about that hockey team? We break down Tuesday's dramatic ruling.
Top Headlines
Russia Ban: Reaction & Analysis
Russia Ban: Global Reaction
Anger and adjudication: Global reaction to IOC's ruling against Russia
The IOC on Tuesday banned the Russian Olympic Committee from the 2018 Olympics "with immediate effect" after a lengthy investigation exposed a "systematic manipulation of the anti-doping rules." Here is some of the reaction to the dramatic ruling.
Olympic Sports
Russian lawmakers: Olympic ban 'shameful.'
Russian lawmakers spoke to the media following the IOC's announcement that Russia wouldn't take part at the Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang.
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Olympics
Schaap: Russia's ban big, but not comprehensive.
Jeremy Schaap joins SC6 to break down the IOC's decision to ban Russia from the 2018 Winter Games over state-sponsored doping.
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What Ban means for hockey
NHL
Will you care about men's Olympic hockey if neither NHL nor KHL take part?
The NHL has already decided to skip the 2018 Games. The KHL's potential absence in light of the IOC's ruling could drain the talent pool further, but hard-core hockey fans will still find compelling action and storylines to savor.
Olympic Sports
After Russia ban, more chaos for 2018 Olympic hockey
The International Olympic Committee's decision to ban Russia from the 2018 Winter Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea, promises to further dilute a men's ice hockey tournament that's already missing NHL talent. Here's what happens next.
Gymnastics
Maroney family releases statements before Nassar sentencing.
The day before Larry Nassar's sentencing, McKayla Maroney and her mother release victim impact statements to the judge.
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OTL on Russia/IOC debate
Russia cheats their way out of 2018 Olympics.
Olympic specialist Philip Hersh joins OTL to explain how the doping allegations against Russia lead to their ban from the 2018 Winter Olympics.
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Olympic Sports
Raising the bar: How teenager CJ Cummings could help rescue weightlifting
Decimated by doping, weightlifting could face Olympic exile. But one of its brightest hopes is a humble, gifted South Carolina teenager who wants to be part of a new wave of credible winners.
USWNT
ESPNW
More questions loom for U.S. women's national team in 2018
From the goalkeeping depth chart to the time remaining for young players and new faces to impress, 2017 created as many questions as answers for the U.S. women, who now turn their attention to 2018 and Women's World Cup qualification.
Olympic Sports
'Sometimes the good guy wins,' says U.S. skeleton racer Katie Uhlaender
The announcement that the IOC has sanctioned four Russian athletes could change a few things for Katie Uhlaender. Narrowly missing the podium at the Sochi Games to a Russian athlete, she may get the bronze medal after all.
NHL
NHL & The Olympics
Big question: Is skipping the Olympics the right move?
We know how NHL commissioner Gary Bettman feels about passing on Pyeongchang in 2018. But what about other folks around the league? Here's what some owners, GMs and players had to say about the gamesmanship heading into the Games.
NHL
Wyshynski: Russia, IOC showdown leaves Olympians in limbo
The place of men's hockey -- which will already be without NHL players -- at the Winter Olympic Games could get even cloudier, with the KHL threatening to boycott in protest of pending sanctions against Russia.
NHL in the Olympics
Bettman: I don't like work stoppages, but ...
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman answered questions from a moderator and the media on Monday about several of the game's hottest topics. Just don't press him on the Olympics.
Olympic Sports
Two-time national figure skating champion Gracie Gold announced Friday that she is withdrawing from the January 2018 U.S. Championships due to ongoing treatment for depression, anxiety and an eating disorder. In a statement emailed to members of the media, Gold said the decision "breaks my heart," but added, "I have not had adequate training time in order to perform at the level at which I want to. It pains me to not compete in this Olympic season, but I know it's for the best... I want to thank everyone for the ongoing love and support. It means the world to me." The U.S. championships are a key event for Olympic team selection.
2018 Olympics: MExico
'Tres' company for the Mexico ski team in the Winter Olympics
Training for Pyeongchang 2018 might involve trekking across the globe for a snow-covered mountain or practicing on a gravel hill.
The Undefeated
The Undefeated
Ibtihaj Muhammad talks diversity, body image and, of course, Barbie
The Olympian says she is honored and humbled to be part of Mattel's Shero doll line.
Vegas Strong
Endurance
Running to remember: Thousands take part in emotion-filled Vegas marathon
Just over a month after a gunman attacked an unsuspecting concert crowd in Las Vegas, thousands of runners descended on the Strip to turn a running event into a unified act of remembrance, inspiration and defiance.
news - endurance
Vegas shores up marathon security after attack
Las Vegas ramped up security for the annual Rock 'n' Roll Marathon, which was the first major outdoor event on the Strip since the Oct. 1 mass shooting.
Meb's Grand Finale
Endurance
By the numbers: Meb Keflezighi's marathon of a career
As Meb Keflezighi nears the 2017 New York Marathon on Sunday -- his final 26.2 mile race as a pro -- we break down what it took to get him here. Hint: That may include a few run-ins with canines.
Olympic Sports
"It's an honor to run, it's an honor to represent the United States. For 27 years my life has been what's next. For me, coaching has been an interest. I feel like I can give back because the sport has given me so much. What's next: Spend time with my wife and my kids. I've sacrificed a lot and there are so many people who've helped me behind the scenes to help me get where I am," Meb Keflezighi on what comes next.
Endurance
Meb Keflezighi's finish line at the New York City Marathon
As Meb Keflezighi laces up for the New York City Marathon on Nov. 5 -- the last 26.2 miles of his career -- he looks back at his years as a distance runner as both a calling and a privilege. We catch up with him in the city where it all started for him.
Olympic Sports
For these Olympic hopefuls, marathons aren't long enough
In a picturesque region where poverty is prevalent and traveling by foot is a necessity, running all day comes naturally to Mexico's indigenous Raramuri people. Can their legendary endurance generate Olympic success?
Olympic Sports
Bode Miller to be TV analyst for next Olympics
Bode Miller, a six-time Olympic medalist, will work as an analyst with NBC for the Pyeongchang Games in February.
Olympic Sports
- ESPNW
Aly Raisman on '60 Minutes' and 'Today'
Aly Raisman revealed she was sexually abused by former USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar last week, and she appeared on "60 Minutes" and "Today" to talk about the allegations.
Christie speaks
Christie excited for 'popstar' reception in Korea.
Elise Christie explained that despite her infamous disqualification during the Sochi Olympics, she has more superfans from Korea than she had expected.
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NWHL and the 2018 Olympics
espnw
- ESPNW
How will the NWHL adjust in an Olympic year?
Year 3 of the NWHL kicks off on Saturday. With its history of financial issues and the absence of Team USA players, NWHL commissioner Dani Rylan worked in the offseason to develop new partnerships to make the league bigger and stronger.
espnw
- ESPNW
Buffalo looks to repeat as NWHL champions
Between transfers, the upcoming Olympics and retirements, Buffalo's roster looks dramatically different from last season's Isobel Cup champions. But even with their losses, the Beauts somehow might have gotten better.
Olympic Sports
Britain has evacuation plans for Olympics
British Olympic leaders have plans in place to evacuate athletes from the 2018 Pyeongchang Games amid heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
Figure Skating
U.S. skater Gold out, cites eating disorder
Two-time U.S. figure skating champion Gracie Gold has withdrawn from her scheduled Grand Prix Series events next month, citing ongoing treatment for "depression, anxiety and an eating disorder.''
espnw
Olympic swimmer Natalie Coughlin's perspective on food changed with World Food Program trip.
Natalie Coughlin is used to thinking of food as fuel -- fuel for swimming. Her experiences in Uganda, as a Zero Hunger ambassador, have dramatically changed that view.
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Endurance
- ESPNW
Aliphine Tuliamuk's rise to the top of elite running
Kenyan-American Aliphine Tuliamuk was born to a family of 32 kids -- and not enough money for running shoes. But through a turn of good luck she got a free pair, and now, at age 28, she's aiming to win this year's NYC Marathon.
Olympic Sports
Kremlin: U.S. trying to bar Russia from Games
The Kremlin has accused the United States of trying to bar Russia from next year's Winter Olympics entirely or forcing athletes to compete under a neutral flag.
Olympic Sports
Rio 2016 head Nuzman released from prison
Carlos Nuzman, who allegedly directed $2 million to an individual in the IOC to secure votes for Rio de Janeiro as host city of the Olympics, is out of prison but will stand trial for money laundering, tax evasion, and racketeering .
WNBA
'Next generation' starts now for USA Basketball
A lot of new faces, including Dawn Staley taking over as coach, made for an intriguing training camp for the U.S. women's national team, which had just two former Olympians in camp last week.
Olympic Sports
"I think the importance of today is to serve as encouragement for anyone who might be struggling in the closet and as a reminder to live your life authentically and live your truth," freeskier Gus Kenworthy said to open his Facebook Live on the U.S. Ski & Snowboard page Wednesday afternoon in honor of National Coming Out Day. "If I can offer one piece of encouragement to anyone, it would be to take the time to figure yourself out and come to terms with your sexuality ... I feel like my life didn't start until I came out. Being able to come out brought me so much closer to everyone in my life."
Chicago Marathon 2017
Track and Field
Rupp 1st U.S. male Chicago winner since 2002
Galen Rupp crossed the Chicago Marathon finish line in 2:09:20 to become the first American man to win the Chicago Marathon in 15 years. Ethiopian Tirunesh Dibaba won the women's marathon in 2:18:31.
Chicago Marathon
Diego Estrada using last season's 'disaster' as motivation
Diego Estrada would love to forget last year ever happened, but the reality is it did. Now after all those setbacks, he's ready to have the Chicago Marathon of his life.
espnw
- ESPNW
Sandi Morris: 'It was like a ghost town'
Olympian Sandi Morris recounts how she was sheltered in place for nearly six hours after the deadliest mass shooting in modern American history.
espnw Women + Sports Summit
espnW Women + Sports Summit
- ESPNW
Attorney John Langel: Corporations and sponsors are the next step in fight toward equal pay
John Langel helped U.S. Soccer and the U.S. women's hockey team make strides toward pay equity. But while the athletes are doing all they can, the attorney said it's time for corporations to step up.
espnw
Foudy's Finds: Brazilian Olympic wrestler wants to inspire young girls.
Aline Silva, an Olympic wrestler from Brazil, is taking part in the Global Sports Mentorship program in the hopes of empowering girls through sports in her home country.
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espnw
Global Sports Mentoring Program Spotlight.
Julie Foudy introduces the 2017 class of Global Sports Mentoring Program delegates and speaks with members of the 2016 class.
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Skiing
espnw
Board tables Vonn's proposal to race vs. men
Alpine director Patrick Riml said there is support from the executive board for Lindsey Vonn's proposal to race against men in a World Cup event, "but also many points to clarify with FIS."
Olympic Sports
Issues aside, United States has Winter Olympic bid options
Denver, Salt Lake City and Reno/Tahoe could be possible sites for a future Winter Olympics, but some issues and some hurdles exist.
FRom the U.S. Summit
Olympians discuss possibility of anthem statements
American Olympians participating at the Pyeongchang Games will have a spotlight on them during the "Star Spangled Banner."
Soccer
- ESPNW
USWNT defenders continue to blossom
While they weren't the stars in Tuesday's 5-0 win against New Zealand, the outside backs -- converted forwards and midfielders -- keep setting the tone for the U.S. women's national team.
Olympic Sports
Greg Rutherford determined to add to legacy
He might be entering the twilight of his career but former Olympic and world champion long jumper Greg Rutherford is determined to add to his already impressive list of accolades.
Olympic Sports
WADA suspends lab used for Euro, Tour
France's main anti-doping laboratory in Paris has been provisionally suspended from carrying out any tests by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA).
Olympic Sports
USOC: No sign of security issues in South Korea
The U.S. Olympic Committee's security chief sent a letter to potential Winter Olympic athletes saying there are no indications that recent developments between the United States and North Korea have compromised security in South Korea.
Athlete's Take
- ESPNW
Mara Abbott: 'Leaving professional sports is hard'
In an essay for espnW, former cyclist Mara Abbott writes about leaving the sport, struggling with an eating disorder and whether she would have competed differently at the beginning of her career.
2024, 2028 Olympic Bids
2024, 2028 Olympic Bids
With Olympic bids now official, the real work begins for Paris, Los Angeles
Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo and L.A. mayor Eric Garcetti have been praised for reimagining the Olympic bid process. With the 2024 and 2028 Games now officially awarded, the real work begins for them and their cities.
Olympic Sports
How two mayors changed the Olympics bidding game
Why are Los Angeles and Paris the last two cities standing in an Olympic bid process that can be fraught with risk? Look no further than their respective mayors, Eric Garcetti and Anne Hidalgo, who have changed the game along the way.
Reaction: 2024, 2028 Olympic Bids
2028 LA Olympics
L.A. officially gets 2028 Olympics.
Los Angeles mayor Eric Garcetti reacts to the IOC saying yes to having the 2028 Olympics in L.A. Chairman of Los Angeles 2028 Olympic bid Casey Wasserman explains what venues will be used for the games.
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Usain Bolt
Track and Field
Bolt: My world records could stand for decades
Usain Bolt is feeling no pressure in retirement, confident his best times can remain world records for years.
Olympic Sports
Why we'll never see another sprinter like Usain Bolt
When you break down Usain Bolt's dominance and examine the details of what he did and how he did it, it becomes clear why we might never see an athlete like him again.
SURFING
Surfing
Why Aussie legend has Chinese surfers catching California waves
Members of the fledgling Chinese national surfing team, which was created with the Olympics in mind, are getting their feet wet in Southern California under the guidance of world champion Peter Townend.
Surfing
Chinese surfers take to the waves.
Surfing will make its Olympics debut in 2020 and in a bid to be competitive China has sent a team to California to learn the sport
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Rio, One Year Later
Olympics
Catch up with inspiring Olympians one year later
Get reacquainted with runners Abbey D'Agostino and Nikki Hamblin one year after their graceful determination in the face of adversity at the Rio Games made them global icons of sportsmanship.
Olympic Sports
Tongan Olympian covers up to chase skiing dream
A year after becoming an instant sensation for his shiny, sculpted torso at the Rio Games, Pita Taufatofua is pursuing a new Olympic dream -- and it's a doozy. The taekwondo specialist from tropical Tonga is trying his hand at cross-country skiing.
WATCH: The Oily Tongan takes on cross-country skiing.
Pita Taufatofua, Tonga's shirtless Olympic flag bearer, braves the cold as he trains for cross-country skiing ahead of the 2018 Winter Games.
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Usain Bolt's Farewell
Usain Bolt
Why we'll never see another sprinter like Usain Bolt
When you break down Usain Bolt's dominance and examine the details of what he did and how he did it, it becomes clear why we might never see an athlete like him again.
Track and Field
Bolt's farewell spells out athletics' major challenge
The IAAF World Athletics Championships have been stunning in their upsets, controversies and sheer athletic achievement, but the departure of the sport's leading light means it must build a new generation of stars and idols.
Top Headlines
- Ovechkin hopes Russian team plays as neutrals
- IOC hands Russia major ban for 2018 Games
- Lindsey Vonn: No White House visit if invited
- Duo retire from U.S. women's water polo team
- German NorAm skier, 17, dies after race fall
- IOC leaves weightlifting at risk of 2024 snub
- Maroney, mom want max sentence for Nassar