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Kuwait’s Olympic ban remains in force as ties with IOC deteriorate
Kuwait's Olympic ban will remain in force with ties between the Middle Eastern nation and the International Olympic Committee deteriorating, the IOC said.
Olympics: Rio faces tough times but IOC upbeat about preparations
IOC officials said on Wednesday they were confident next year's Olympics in Rio would not be compromised by the political and economic downturn in Brazil.
No timetable on Russia return, says IAAF head Coe
The question of whether Russia will take part in next year's Olympic Games was no clearer after IAAF president Sebastian Coe held a news conference.
Russia accepts athletics ban
The Russian athletics federation has accepted its ban from the sport in the wake of widespread doping revelations
U.S. open Olympics qualifying bid vs. Costa Rica
Reigning Olympics women's football champions, the United States, will open their bid for a berth at next year's Rio Games against Costa Rica on Feb. 10.
Australia’s Adam Scott would rather have a rest than play in Olympics
Former world number one Adam Scott has dented Australia's hopes of a medal when golf returns to the Olympics at Rio next year.
Door still open for Russia to compete in Rio athletics
Russia still has a shot to compete in the athletics competition at the 2016 Olympics if they can prove they are drug free.
Japan finalises late start to Olympic stadium after delays
The construction of the 2020 Japan Olympic summer games stadium has been delayed but is finally underway.
Paris attacks have no bearing on 2024 Olympics bid – IOC chief
The deadly attacks on Paris will not hurt the the city's chances of hosting the 2024 Olympics, International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach said.
IAAF suspension an option, says WADA commissioner
The IAAF could face recommendations that include suspension from the Olympics when the second part of the World Anti-Doping Agency's report is released.
Russia proposes athletes compete under Russian Olympic flag to evade ban
Russia said on Sunday it would ask the world athletics body to allow its athletes to compete under an Russian Olympic flag to circumvent a ban.
Doping threatens Kenya’s credibility at Rio Olympics – Rudisha’s coach
Doping could cast a shadow over Kenya at the 2016 Rio Olympics unless the nation implements credible systems to root out drugs cheats, says veteran coach.
