Beijing Games

Michael Phelps getting own video game

Ars Technica (Free subscription) | yesterday

Michael Phelps, the man with the most Olympic Gold Medals ever, has revealed that he's going to be starring in his own video game. Read More...

Games changed China, IOC says

Globe and Mail (Free subscription) | 29/11/2008

The IOC report praised the Games for improving public health in China, saying that authorities took steps to improve food and water safety. It quoted a World Health Organization official, Hans Troedsson, as saying the public-health legacy of the Games was a "long-term gift to China." Zhen Xiaozhen, the medical service manager of the Beijing Games, pointed to a ban on smoking...

London 2012 team listens and learns at the Beijing Games debrief

The Telegraph (Free subscription) | 27/11/2008

London 2012 organisers have taken the opportunity to learn the lessons of Beijing and figure out how to put a British stamp on the next Games.

I.O.C. Issues Glowing Review of Beijing Games

New York Times (Free subscription) | 26/11/2008

The International Olympic Committee praised Chinese organizers for their nearly flawless execution of the Games, but watchdog groups criticized the report for ignoring human-rights violations.

Boxing: James DeGale turns pro with vicious parting shot

The Guardian (Free subscription) | 5 hours ago

James DeGale, the middleweight gold medallist at the Beijing Games, yesterday harshly criticised British Olympic boxing's governing body as he confirmed he has agreed a three-year deal to fight as a professional with Frank Warren, who will act as both his promoter and manager. The 22-year-old Londoner is joined in Warren's stable of fighters by the 2007 world lightweight champion Frankie...

• Boxing: DeGale and friends join forces with Warren - The Independent
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Olympic girls in Paula Radcliffe's way at 2009 London Marathon

Daily Mail online | Sport (Free subscription) | 8 hours ago

Paula Radcliffe will be up against the top three finishers at the Beijing Games, including gold medallist Constantina Dita, when she chases a fourth Flora London Marathon win.

Decision awaited on Olympic funds

Liverpool Echo.co.uk (Free subscription) | 2 hours ago

Sports chiefs are due to announce which Olympic sports may face funding cuts in the run-up to the London 2012 Games.

Decision awaited on Olympic funds

icWales (Free subscription) | 2 hours ago

Sports chiefs are due to announce which Olympic sports may face funding cuts in the run-up to the London 2012 Games.

Fit for the fight?

Daily News Analysis (Free subscription) | yesterday

After their stupendous performance in the Olympics, the Indian boxing heroes will be back in the ring again.

IOC rejects bid by Europe's free-to-air stations

SI.com (Free subscription) | yesterday

GENEVA (AP) -- The IOC has rejected a bid by Europe's public broadcasters to buy rights to show the 2014 and 2016 Olympics, the European Broadcasting Union said Tuesday.The move signals a split between the International Olympic Committee and the EBU, an umbrella organization whose members have aired the summer and winter games on free television since 1956.The EBU has traditionally won the bidding...

Michael Phelps Named Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year

Swimming World Magazine News (Free subscription) | yesterday

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IOC rejects bid by Europe's free-to-air stations

kansascity.com (Free subscription) | yesterday

GENEVA The IOC has rejected a bid by Europe's public broadcasters to buy rights to show the 2014 and 2016 Olympics.

The move signals a split between the International Olympic Committee and the European Broadcasting Union, whose members have shown the games on free television since 1956.

The EBU has traditionally won the bidding because its 75 members reach the most viewers.

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IOC rejects bid by Europe's free-to-air stations

Miami Herald (Free subscription) | yesterday

IOC rejects bid by Europe's free-to-air stationsGENEVA -- The IOC has rejected a bid by Europe's public broadcasters to buy rights to show the 2014 and 2016 Olympics.The move signals a split between the International Olympic Committee and the European Broadcasting Union, whose members have shown the games on free television since 1956.The EBU has traditionally won the bidding because its 75...

IOC rejects bid by Europe's free-to-air stations

Seattle Times (Free subscription) | yesterday

GENEVA — The IOC has rejected a bid by Europe's public broadcasters to buy rights to show the 2014 and 2016 Olympics.The move signals a split between the International Olympic Committee and the European Broadcasting Union, whose members have shown the games on free television since 1956.The EBU has traditionally won the bidding because its 75 members reach the most viewers.The EBU paid $443.4...

IOC rejects bid by Europe's free-to-air stations

Seattle Post-Intelligencer (Free subscription) | yesterday

Last updated December 2, 2008 9:06 a.m. PTIOC rejects bid by Europe's free-to-air stationsGENEVA -- The IOC has rejected a bid by Europe's public broadcasters to buy rights to show the 2014 and 2016 Olympics.The move signals a split between the International Olympic Committee and the European Broadcasting Union, whose members have shown the games on free television since 1956.The EBU has traditionally...