Maggie Mac Neil closed the book last week on one of Canada's best swimming careers and ranks as one of the most successful athletes in London sports history. The 24-year-old Banting secondary school grad overcame sport-induced asthma aggravated by chlorine to win Olympic and world titles with technical excellence, dedication and an astonishing finishing kick. Mac Neil, who took part in a pep rally Thursday at Banting, spoke with Free Press sports reporter Ryan Pyette. Her answers have been condensed. Read More
As a woman, I have celebrated the Paris Games' commitment to gender parity with both pride and unease. Read More
It's been about 15 years since The London Free Press first starting covering a teenage track-and-field star at Mother Teresa secondary school, Alysha Newman. Now 30 and at her third Olympics, she's made the pole vault finals for the first time (Wednesday, 12:15 p.m. Ontario time) after overcoming personal and professional challenges. Here's a look back at her journey, in photos. Read More
An 83-year-old from London is volunteering at his second Olympics in Paris and planning his next trip to the Winter Games in Italy in 2026. Read More
In Rio, Olympic fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad made history as the first woman to compete for the U.S. wearing a hijab. At an international competition in Seoul, Iranian climber Elnaz Rekabi made history for competing without it, amid protests sweeping the Islamic republic over the mandatory headscarf. Read More
Julia Tunks has some added motivation heading into the Canadian track and field championships at Montreal this week. Read More
Two athletes square off for an intense dance battle. The DJ starts spinning tunes, and the athletes begin twisting, spinning and seemingly defying gravity, respectfully watching each other and taking turns showing off their skill. Read More
Londoner Jane Thornton has been named the International Olympic Committee’s new medical and scientific director. Read More