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Former NBA player Chase Budinger and his partner Miles Evans have qualified for the Paris Olympics in beach volleyball, securing the second and final U.S. men's spot with consistent top-five finishes in qualifying events. Budinger's switch from basketball to volleyball has paid off, marking his Olympic debut in a sport he loved as a child.
Two-time world champion and Olympic bronze medalist Frank Chamizo revealed that he rejected a $300,000 bribe to deliberately lose a match at the European wrestling Olympic qualification tournament in Baku, Azerbaijan. Chamizo controversially lost the semifinal match to Azerbaijani wrestler Turan Bayramov following a disputed late call, and he expressed shock and disappointment at the situation. Despite the offer, Chamizo refused the bribe, stating that he represents not only himself but also Italy, and he remains determined to qualify for the Paris Games in next month's world qualification tournament in Turkey.
Former college star Jimmer Fredette, Canyon Barry, Kareem Maddox, and Dylan Travis have been selected for the USA men’s 3x3 basketball team at the 2024 Paris Olympics, after winning a silver medal at the 2023 FIBA 3x3 World Cup. The team qualified automatically as the No. 2 team in the world in FIBA’s ranking system, and the event will take place outdoors at the Place de la Concorde. Serbia, USA, and China have qualified for the men’s 3x3 basketball event, with the full schedule to be determined after qualifying concludes in May.
The final FEI Eventing Nations Cup leg of 2023, Military Boekelo, is offering a live stream of the cross country event for free on the FEI YouTube channel. The competition holds significance as it determines Olympic qualification for some nations. The action begins at 9:30 a.m. local time, and a full report will be available at the end of the day.
Galen Rupp, American long-distance runner, reflects on his challenging year due to a back injury that affected his performance in the 2022 New York City Marathon. Rupp took a break from racing and focused on getting healthy, working with biomechanics specialists to revamp his running form. He believes his training for the 2023 Chicago Marathon has been his best in years, with no pain and successful practice sessions. Rupp aims to qualify for the 2024 Olympics and has his sights set on the 2028 Los Angeles Games, emphasizing the importance of maintaining his health for continued success.