Olympic Games

After months of question marks, Jordan Chiles announced that she is aiming for a comeback at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. She chose to make the announcement in a particularly original way - with the help of the voice of the basketball legend, after whom she is named.

90 years after the Berlin Olympics, manifestations of antisemitism and the boycotting of Israeli athletes remind us how exclusion and hatred can become part of the sports world. International sports bodies must draw a clear line and impose real sanctions on athletes, clubs, and fans who violate the rules.

Israeli Ambassador to Germany Ron Prosor has become the first foreign envoy to publicly endorse Germany's bid to host the Olympic Games. In a video message, he emphasized that the relationship between Israel and Germany demonstrates how trust and friendship can flourish from historical responsibility.

Livio Berruti was only 21 when he won the 200-meter dash at the 1960 Rome Olympics, becoming the first European to win gold in the event. The Italian sprinter, famous for his sunglasses and white socks, equaled the world record twice in a matter of hours and became a national hero.

A ticket to the men's basketball final will reach $3,350, a ticket to the opening ceremony will reach $5,519, and prices for gymnastics, athletics, and swimming are also sky-high.

Esther Roth-Shahamorov marks the 50th anniversary of her historic Olympic final in Montreal. Having overcome the trauma of the Munich massacre, she became the first Israeli athlete to reach such a milestone, and today shares the joyful news of her successful cancer treatment.

The spectacular stadium that will become the world's largest swimming pool, the legendary Coliseum hosting its third opening ceremony, and the home of Kobe Bryant awaiting the Dream Team's gold. A Yedioth Ahronoth reporter went behind the scenes of the Los Angeles 2028 preparations.

The legendary rower, Olaf Tufte, was more than just an ordinary athlete. He competed for three decades and was an inspiration to entire generations of rowers, not only because of the medals he won, but also because of his ability to adapt himself every time to a different style of competition.