Tag Archives: olympics
Is Charlotte Preparing to Host Future Olympic Games?
It’s nicknames include the “Queen City” and “The Hornet’s Nest.” Should “Aspiring Olympic Host City” also be a new moniker?
Filed under Swimming, Uncategorized
The Comeback Kid(s)
By making a comeback, I’m changing the attitude of people toward me. If I’d known that people would react so enthusiastically, I’d have done it years ago. – Olympic Gold Medalist Mark Spitz What is more exciting than an athlete’s … Continue reading
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Potential Unfulfilled: Samuel Wanjiru, Kenyan Marathon Runner
The world lost a great runner and a remarkable athlete with the death of Samuel Wanjiru, who died May 15 following a domestic dispute. While his survivors bicker amidst allegations surrounding his death, it almost seem as if the real … Continue reading
Filed under Athletics/Track & Field
NBC Again Victorious With Coverage Rights Through 2020 Games
Money talks. Five hours ago the IOC announced that NBC had yet again secured coverage rights for the Olympic Games through 2020. The Peacock network (owned by Comcast) somehow managed to fend off both Fox and ESPN (Disney Group) with … Continue reading
Filed under Olympic Fever
