Olympic Games
# olympic-games - Wednesday 1 August, 2012
Cyclist dies after collision with London Olympics shuttle bus
A group of nearby soldiers rushed to the scene to try and treat the cyclist, who was hit by a bus carrying journalists.
NBC fail? Audiences defy expectations for US Olympic coverage
NBC had expected time zones to hamper coverage – but audiences are up, and it probably now won’t make a loss on its coverage.
Eight Olympic badminton players charged over ‘not trying’ in matches
Four pairs in the women’s doubles competition – one from China, one from Indonesia and two from South Korea – were booed off court by irate spectators at London’s Wembley Arena yesterday.
# olympic-games - Tuesday 31 July, 2012
Olympic Village: Day Four, wrap
Michael Phelps became the greatest Olympian ever today, while Irishwoman Annalise Murphy’s remarkable journey continued in sailing.
London 2012 swimming round-up: Phelps breaks medal record
Meanwhile, Ye Shiwen shrugged off a cloud of doping speculation to complete a medley double.
Tennis: Novak serves notice with supreme display
The Serbian is through the last 16 after crushing Andy Roddick, 6-2 6-1, at Wimbledon.
Wait a minute: Why was that Japanese coach handing a wad of $100 bills to a gymnastics judge?
Don’t tell me it’s just the cost of photocopying these days.
Explainer: How do the Olympics sailing contests work?
Annalise Murphy has been doing wonderfully so far in London – but what does she need to do to secure a medal?
Agnel feels like ‘an alien’ as France enjoy golden moments
The 20-year-old has been one of the surprise packages at the London Olympics.
Sport is cruel: Illness forces Grainne Murphy out of 800m freestyle
Glandular fever has ended the Wexford swimmer’s Olympic Games.
London 2012: North Korean state media says locals ‘delighted’ with medal success
The Korean Central News Agency has devoted more content to public reaction than it has to news of its athletes’ successes.
Teenager arrested over Twitter abuse of Team GB star Tom Daley
Police in Dorset have arrested a 17-year-old in connection with the abuse aimed at the Olympic diver
# olympic-games - Monday 30 July, 2012
As it happened: London 2012 Olympics, Day 3
Yes, the weekend may be over, but the Olympic Games are just warming up. Here is all the good stuff that unfolded on Day Three.
In pictures: Day 3 of London 2012
Judo, diving, defeat and deckchairs. Here are the best images from day three of the Olympic Games in London.
Beaten Greek judo champ says she was bitten
“I feel that injustice was done, that I was robbed. What can I say, I could be wrong. God will be my judge,” Boukouvala said.
So close: Sycerika McMahon vows to come back stronger in four years
The 17-year-old finished third in her heat in the 200m Individual Medley, but narrowly missed out on a semi-final spot.
Cancellara to battle pain and defend TT crown
The Swiss rider crashed heavily while in contention for a medal in the men’s road race on Saturday injuring his shoulder but crucially avoiding fracturing his collarbone.
The 9 at 9: Monday
Good morning…here’s nine things to know today.
# olympic-games - Sunday 29 July, 2012
In pictures: Day 2 of London 2012
Joy, tension, poise, control, power… It’s all here.
As it happened: London 2012 Olympics, Day 2
There was need to rush around the Olympic Park, we are bringing you all the big news from London (and beyond) as the Games continue at pace.
Worn out: Evans ruled out of Olympic time trial
The former Tour de France winner has pulled out of Wednesday’s event citing fatigue.
Tour de Force: Durant helps US rip up France
The favourites for basketball gold made light work of the French side led by Tony Parker.
Coe says venues are ‘stuffed to the gunnels’ as public get angry over empty seats
Olympic sponsors Atos, British Airways, Coca-Cola, EDF, McDonalds and Thomas Cook have all issued statements denying that they were responsible for failing to take up ticket allocations.
The 9 at 9: Sunday
Good morning…here’s nine things to know before tucking into your Sunday breakfast.
The opponents standing between Katie and greatness
We take a look at the main contenders looking to deny Katie Taylor Olympic gold in the London 2012 women’s lightweight category.
The Sunday Papers: some of the week’s best sportswriting
Take a little time out from watching sport by reading about some more sport. Go on, we know you love it.
# olympic-games - Saturday 28 July, 2012
As it happened: London 2012 Olympics, day 1
Keep up with all the news from every event as the 2012 Olympic Games get underway in London.
Swimming: Murphy take positives despite disappointing breaststroke
The Dubliner hoped to match his personal best in the 100m heat this morning, but now must turn his attention to freestyle.
Poll: did you watch (and enjoy) the Olympic Games Opening Ceremony?
Over one billion people tuned in. Did you?
‘You’ve got to beat them all anyway’: Taylors unfazed by tough draw
Pete Taylor says that he knows each of Katie’s potential opponents ‘inside out’.
The 9 at 9: Saturday
Good morning…here’s nine things to know before breakfast time.
# olympic-games - Friday 27 July, 2012
Anti-doping measures are working – Rogge
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) president says the number of bans is proof that progress is being made.
Thanks for coming: 5 steps to having a rocking Olympic Games party
Step 0.5 is never, ever referring to your party as a “rocking Olympic party.”
Video: British culture secretary Jeremy Hunt suffers ‘bell malfunction’ [updated]
Jeremy Hunt lost control of the end of his bell earlier today.
Pics, videos: The gaffes which have marred Mitt Romney’s London visit
Insults, revealing state secrets and being mocked by Boris Johnson. Hopefully Enda will have some words of comfort for poor old Mitt Romney.
Poll: How many medals will Ireland win at the Olympics?
Katie Taylor is tipped for the gold but how many medals in total do you think Ireland can win at the Olympics?
30 facts you (probably) didn’t know about the Olympics
Excited about the Olympics yet? Here are 30 interesting facts to pique your interest.
The Magnificent Seven: memorable opening ceremony moments
It’s here and there’s no getting away from it. Quench your inescapable Olympic thirst with these classic opening day moments.
London 2012: this is what our writers hope and expect to see at the Olympics
Katie taking gold? Bolt answering his critics? Phelps facing some competition? We’re pretty excited.
# olympic-games - Thursday 26 July, 2012
London 2012: Senegal spoil Britain party, Brazil survive Egypt fightback
Team GB managed a disappointing 1-1 draw in their Opening match at the Olympics.
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