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The meaning of the Olympic Rings: The Olympic symbol's history

Have you ever wondered about the five rings on the Olympics symbol and what the colors mean? Here are answers to your top questions about the universal icon.
Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics - Previews - Day -2
Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics - Previews - Day -2

Jordan Chiles opens up about a coach calling her 'fat', being a Black gymnast and Simone Biles

The 20-year-old Olympic star said she was called “fat” and nearly quit the sport at a young age
Gymnastics - Artistic - Olympics: Day 4
Gymnastics - Artistic - Olympics: Day 4

Simone Biles emotionally describes struggle with ‘twisties’ in behind-the-scenes look at Tokyo Olympics

The gymnastics superstar wipes away tears as she speaks about her fear of getting injured in Tokyo in the latest episode of her Facebook Watch show.

Blind sprinter David Brown continues his quest for gold at Tokyo Paralympics

Meet David Brown, a record-breaking blind sprinter who will be running in the Tokyo Paralympics. "I just want to let them know, especially the blind community, that this is definitely possible."
IPC World Para Athletics Championships 2019 Dubai - Day Six
IPC World Para Athletics Championships 2019 Dubai - Day Six

Suni Lee’s off to college! Gymnast posts campus pic as she delves into collegiate sports

After winning gold in Tokyo, the gymnastics champ has moved on to her next big challenge — college.

Even Caeleb Dressel's dog is a world-class swimmer — watch the video

His dog, Jane, dives in off the block, just like the pros do!
dressel holds a toy swimming as he is chased by his black lab swimming behind him in a swim lane
dressel holds a toy swimming as he is chased by his black lab swimming behind him in a swim lane

Mattel says it 'fell short' on Asian representation in Olympics Barbie collection

"Our intention to represent the Asian community with the Skateboarder doll fell short and we fully receive and recognize the feedback," a Mattel spokesperson said.
The Barbie Olympic Games Tokyo collection.
The Barbie Olympic Games Tokyo collection.

Bronze medal-winning marathoner recalls prayer that got her through end of race

Molly Seidel had a little help from St. Jude when she stunned the world to win bronze in just the third marathon of her career.
Molly Seidel
Molly Seidel

Olympian Eddy Alvarez shares emotional reunion with wife and baby son on TODAY

After carrying the flag for Team USA and winning a silver medal, the Miami Marlins infielder is back home with the two people he missed most.

After Tokyo Olympics, Allyson Felix reunites with daughter in adorable video

Felix may have brought back two new medals from Tokyo, but the big prize was waiting at home.
Athletics - Olympics: Day 15
Athletics - Olympics: Day 15

Johnny Weir calls out critic mocking his Olympic closing ceremony outfit

"Religion isn't an excuse for hate," Weir wrote to a critic of his wardrobe and hairstyle during the closing ceremony in Tokyo.