U.S. coach thinks LeBron James could be world's best handball player LeBron James (AP) People get mad when you insist if the United States sent their best athletes — typically meaning the guys who play football on Sundays in the fall or play above the rim in the NBA — then the U.S. could dominate any sport. Fans of those “other” sports take it as an insult to their athletes, and … [Read more...]

Dutch cyclist released from hospital, scheduled to fly home Friday Dutch women’s cyclist Annemiak van Vleuten was released from the hospital Tuesday. (Getty) Injured cyclist Annemiek van Vleuten had more good news to post on her personal website Tuesday. “Today I can leave the hospital and I will be taken to a hotel nearby,” she wrote. “Not to the Olympic Village, because I need rest and the … [Read more...]

Michael Phelps tears swim cap, wins 21st gold medal anyway Your browser does not support iframes. Swimming at Olympic levels requires precise preparation, an attention to detail that borders on the monomaniacal. Every element of a swimmer’s life and routine must function exactly as expected, at exactly the right moment. So when Michael Phelps tore his swim cap moments before preparing to … [Read more...]

2016 Olympics TV schedule, Day 5 viewer's guide (Aug. 10) Michael Phelps is back in action Wednesday. (Getty Images) Michael Phelps returns to the pool after an emotional win in the 200-meter butterfly, and the all-stars of Team USA basketball return to the court. Check out what else is scheduled for today. Morning slots: If you’re up at 7:30 am ET, turn on a pot of coffee and watch the … [Read more...]

One of Michael Jordan's Olympic teammates says Bob Knight made him cry Michael Jordan and Bobby Knight have a grand old time. (AP Photo/John Zich) The popular image of Michael Jordan is one of a ruthless competitor with a near-pathological need to win. As such, the emotions Jordan brings to mind mostly have to do with his on-court intensity — passion, anger, and desire. He is not a … [Read more...]

Top 5 moments from Day 3 in Rio (AP) Day 3 of the 2016 Rio Olympics is in the books. In spite of all the negative press leading up to the games, we’ve now seen three days of gripping competition, fantastic performances and awe-inspiring athleticism. On Monday, we even got a little of bit of on-the-field romance. Here are five of the top moments from Day 3 of the Rio Games. Olympics venue … [Read more...]

American gold medal swimmer announced Olympic intent in letter to parents when he was 8 Your browser does not support iframes. American swimmer Ryan Murphy captured his first career gold medal Monday night, topping the podium in the 100-meter backstroke. In winning the medal, the 21-year-old Murphy, who currently attends the University of California, Berkeley, achieved a goal he had set for … [Read more...]

Kerri Walsh Jennings is obsessed with Leslie Jones' Olympic tweets Getty Images RIO DE JANEIRO – While Kerri Walsh Jennings and April Ross were rolling through their preliminary match against China in beach volleyball on Monday night, the Rio Olympics’ unlikeliest super-fan was offering her analysis on Twitter. Leslie Jones, the “Saturday Night Live” cast member and Ghostbuster, has been … [Read more...]

Serena Williams' smashing performance sends loud message to Olympic field Serena Williams reached the third round with a straight-set win. (Getty Images) By Stephanie Myles RIO DE JANEIRO — Serena Williams officially announced her arrival at the Olympics Monday night in her trademark way, one that never goes unnoticed and leaves no one indifferent. There was unexplainable angst out of … [Read more...]

President Obama, First Lady recount favorite Olympic memories As the Olympics work their way up to full speed, President Obama and the first lady took a moment to discuss their own favorite Olympic events and memories. See if you agree with the president’s pick for a favorite Olympic athlete. The president is not expected to attend the Olympics, but has sent Secretary of State John Kerry and … [Read more...]