In 2008, the gold-medal favorite disappointed the home nation when he pulled out of his race with an injury. In London, Liu Xiang is looking for redemption.
London 2012: G4S Chief Admits Olympic Security ‘a Humiliating Shambles’
The embattled head of security firm G4S faced tough questions before Parliament
Which Olympic Uniform Reigns Supreme?
Last week, our editors picked the best, worst, and weirdest of this year’s Olympic uniforms. Now, we want to hear from you. So tell us: which of these outfits do you think deserves fashion gold?
Water Taxis: A Novel (but Expensive) Alternative to Overcrowded London Trains
There’s just one drawback – a trip across the river is estimated to cost thousands.
Welcome to London 2012: We Apologize for the Delays in Your Journey
Excitement is palpable as the first wave of Olympic athletes descends upon the UK’s capital. But as the Games draw nearer, transport delays are causing a whole new kind of build-up in London commuters: frustration
Camp Karolyi: An Enduring Legacy for U.S. Olympic Gymnasts
This is where every girl who wants to be an elite gymnast must come, at some point in her career, to pay tithings, in the form of blood, sweat, and often tears, to Martha Karolyi.
9 Really Strange Sports That Are No Longer in the Olympics
From the earliest variations of existing events to competitions that can hardly be considered athletic, some former Olympic sports left us scratching our heads.
Inside Camp Karolyi: Building the U.S. Women’s Olympic Gymnastics Team
This is where every girl who wants to be an elite American gymnast must come, at some point in her career, to pay tithings in the form of blood, sweat and often tears, to coach Martha Karolyi
Goldman Sachs Predicts Team USA Will Win Most Medals
Goldman Sachs uses its economic know-how to make some predictions about the Olympic Games.
Daredevil Dancers Perform at London’s Cultural Olympiad Festival
American choreographer Elizabeth Streb’s ‘extreme action’ dance group, STREB, performed acrobatic feats at several London landmarks for one day only to honor the upcoming Summer Olympics.