Olympian’s Parents Taunted at Wedding

The Olympic world has carried its drama into 2026. A wedding toast seems to have sparked fresh headlines. But away from the chaos, Simone Biles is quietly exploring a new interest, while American fans seem to be rethinking their favorite sports. More on the updates below!

AROUND THE RINGS

TODAY’S POLL

As you read, a survey revealed that Soccer has climbed to the third place in the list of USA’s favorite sports. Baseball now sits at four, about 10 percent below soccer. This is what the numbers say, but you can share your perspective with us,

VIRAL CLIP

Rain, shine, or even snowstorms, the Olympic flame keeps moving! If you haven’t been following its journey, take a moment to watch the video above. A flame burning strong through a snowstorm is truly something to see!

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