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Jul 25, 2021

Naomi Osaka Returns to Tennis—and the World Stage—With a Win at the Tokyo Olympics

After stepping away from the sport to focus on her mental health, the four-time Grand Slam champion returned to the spotlight with a dominant win at the Olympics.

Jul 25, 2021

Here's Why the Swimming Finals Are Held in the Morning at Tokyo Olympics

It's not by chance that most in the U.S. get to watch the medal races at the Olympics in primetime.

Jul 25, 2021

Nyjah Huston Falls Short in Olympic Skateboarding Debut

Japan's Yuto Horigome captured the first-ever gold medal in street skateboarding at the Summer Games, while U.S. skater Jagger Eaton won bronze.

Jul 25, 2021

Chase Kalisz, Jay Litherland Set Off a Tidal Wave of Medals for U.S. Swimming

Team USA's powerhouse performance in Tokyo marked the best opening day in U.S. Olympic swimming history, with six medals total.

Jul 25, 2021

The "Vending Machine Life:" An Olympic Journey of a Japanese Staple and One Too-Many-Purchases

Vending machines are a cornerstone of Japanese culture. During the pandemic and the Olympics, these machines take on an even greater importance.