Olympic Champ’s New Quest After US Exit

January 2, 2026 | Edition #365

The world has officially stepped into 2026, and personal wishes in the fresh year are rolling in. The first one has come from an American sporting legend who famously sold three Olympic medals before leaving the country. Now, this time, he has a name in his mind, the name that connects him back to his roots.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Greg Louganis is looking to relocate to a region that holds significant meaning for him, given his deep connections there.

AROUND THE RINGS




TODAY’S POLL

As mentioned above, Letsile Tebogo has singled out Kenny Bednarek, not Noah Lyles, when discussing who could be his biggest track opponent. Still, it’s worth noting that Noah had a strong showing last year, particularly in the men’s 200m event. Now, tell us,

Do You Think Kenny Poses a Bigger Challenge to Letsile Tebogo Than Noah?

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CLIP OF THE DAY

Just a few hours ago, the world rang in 2026, and Mika Sosna joined the celebrations in his own special way. The Olympian shared a clip of the moment on social media, but he didn’t just celebrate; he also made a unique request along with it.

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