US-Iran Tension Disrupts Gymnastics Team

Tensions are rising, not just globally, but also in the sports world. A gymnastics team has seen its plans disrupted due to the ongoing conflict. Elsewhere, three athletes at a U.S. Championships event were caught in confusion after an unexpected error. More on these and other updates below…

AROUND THE RINGS

TODAY’S POLL

As you read above, several authorities acknowledged issues such as inadequate markings during the US half marathon in which three athletes went the wrong way. Despite these admissions, the athletes’ protest was ultimately denied. So tell us,

VIRAL MOMENT

Noah Lyles just got outrun on the track! At the USA Track and Field Indoor Championships in Staten Island, the Olympic champion was outrun by a 21-year-old rising star. The youngster, Jordan Anthony claimed gold, Trayvon Bromell secured silver, and Lyles had to settle for bronze. Watch the race below to see how he beat him…

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