Olympics

Here’s what winning gold is worth for U.S. athletes — and who’s paying.

A country’s athletic infrastructure as well as subsidies and citizens’ health influence medal counts. Economist Veronika Dolar weighs in.

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The 2024 Paris Olympic Games officially begins today — and this year’s tournament will use artificial intelligence more than any other.

The Olympics is big business for brands — and this year, it’s not just giants like Adidas and Nike whose uniforms will be worn by competitors.

The same disputes from the Olympic bidding process still rage.

It’s up to many athletes to pay for the bulk of training, coaching, travel, equipment and other expenses on the road to Paris.

Mayor Eric Garcetti says the city’s existing infrastructure and innovative approach will allow the 2028 Games to mirror the financial victories of 1984.

The upcoming soccer World Cup in Qatar is unlikely to recoup its economic costs and might be costly to the country’s image too.

For top skaters, endorsement deals can be worth millions.