Rio 2016

PHOTOS: Breaking Barriors at Rio Olympics - Ibtihaj Muhammad creates history, wears hijab at mega event

In what could be termed as an unprecedented event, Ibtihaj Muhammad, an African American saber fencer created history by competing at the Rio Olympics 2016 wearing a hijab.

Aug 12, 2016, 15:57 PM IST

Michael Phelps glad to end career on own terms

Michael Phelps said on Friday that he was grateful for the chance to finish his glittering career on his own terms after setting a new Olympic record in Rio.

Aug 12, 2016, 13:05 PM IST

Aussie dad sees footy future for gold medal swimmer

Australian teen sensation Kyle Chalmers may have won a swimming gold medal in Rio, but his dad, a former Aussie Rules player, still sees a future for his son on the pitch.

Aug 12, 2016, 12:38 PM IST

Rio Olympics: India outplayed by US in women's hockey

Melissa heaped on the misery for India with another field goal in the closing stages to complete the rout.

Aug 12, 2016, 06:11 AM IST

Rio Olympics: How Indian athletes performed on Day 6

As India's hunt for its first medal continued, here is a recap of the contingent's performance on Day 6.

Aug 12, 2016, 06:02 AM IST

Rio Olympics: Rafael Nadal eyes double gold after giving up on mixed

The 30-year-old Spaniard was set to partner French Open champion Garbine Muguruza in the mixed.

Aug 12, 2016, 05:13 AM IST

HILARIOUS! Here's why this swimmer flashes middle finger at his dad before every race

The duo started this tradition when Santo was just 8 years old.

Aug 12, 2016, 02:36 AM IST

Rio Olympics: Sports Minister Vijay Goel quashes role in trespassing controversy

 Sports Minister wrote on Twitter that there seems to be some misunderstanding.

Aug 12, 2016, 01:54 AM IST

Where did the crowd go? Baffled Rio organizers battle empty seats at Olympics

Brazil`s best gold medal hopes in women`s beach volleyball played on Thursday under a blue sky at one of the Olympics` most iconic venues.

Aug 12, 2016, 00:00 AM IST

"Two yellow cards changed the game for us", said Roelant Oltmans Indian Hockey Coach

The Netherland, world number two and London Olympics silver medallists.

Aug 11, 2016, 23:05 PM IST

Rio organisers threaten to cancel Sports Minister Vijay Goel's accreditation over rude behaviour

Vijay Goel is here to cheer for the Indian contingent besides monitoring their requirements at the Games Village.

Aug 11, 2016, 22:45 PM IST

Rio Olympics 2016: The Marathon for Rafael Nadal starts now

Playing in his first tournament in two months after a wrist injury.

Aug 11, 2016, 22:29 PM IST

Rio Olympics 2016 Badminton: Saina Nehwal gets off to winning start

The bronze medallist at the 2012 London Olympics.

Aug 11, 2016, 22:09 PM IST

Rio Olympics 2016: A fairytale from Chechen war to Rio boxing

The 21-year-old, nicknamed as "The Chechen Wolf".

Aug 11, 2016, 21:59 PM IST

Inderjeet claims its a conspiracy to frame him in dope result, NADA says none

Inderjeet was tested seven times this year.

Aug 11, 2016, 21:30 PM IST

Rio Olympics 2016 Boxing: Robeisy Ramirez beats Shiva Thapa to end the Indian boxer's campaign

Defeat in the first two rounds effectively ended Shiva`s chances.

Aug 11, 2016, 20:50 PM IST

Rio Olympics 2016: P.V. Sindhu beats Laura Sarosi in straight games

The World No. 10 took just 27 minutes to wrap up the match against the No. 64.

Aug 11, 2016, 20:39 PM IST

Rio Olympics Men's Hockey: India defeated 2-1 by Netherlands, yet qualify for quarter-finals

Despite the loss, India remained in the third spot with six points

Aug 11, 2016, 20:22 PM IST

Women's archery challenge for India is over in Rio Olympics 2016

The former World No.1 was put under pressure by Ya-Ting from the very start and never really managed to threaten her more fancied opponent.

Aug 11, 2016, 18:31 PM IST

Rio Olympics 2016: Phelps gives `cupping` a boost in China

Star US swimmer Michael Phelps has captured headlines in Rio`s Olympic pool this week for his astonishing lifetime haul of gold medals, and for the curious red circles on his shoulder.

Aug 11, 2016, 18:14 PM IST