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Paris 2024

Catch up on the latest updates and stories from the Paris 2024 Olympics, featuring Cuban athletes' triumphs, preparations, and controversies as they chase gold.

Omara Durand Steps Away from Competitive Sports: "We Are Going to Pursue Other Paths"
Omara Durand Steps Away from Competitive Sports: "We Are Going to Pursue Other Paths"

Published on 9/8/2024

Cuban Sprinter Omara Durand Clinches Third Gold in Paris, Totals 11 Paralympic Titles
Cuban Sprinter Omara Durand Clinches Third Gold in Paris, Totals 11 Paralympic Titles

Published on 9/7/2024

Yunier Fernández Secures Cuba's First Paralympic Gold in Table Tennis
Yunier Fernández Secures Cuba's First Paralympic Gold in Table Tennis

Published on 9/6/2024

Cuban Paralympic Champion Omara Durand Clinches Tenth Gold Medal
Cuban Paralympic Champion Omara Durand Clinches Tenth Gold Medal

Published on 9/5/2024

Cuban Athlete Guillermo Varona Strikes Gold in Javelin at Paralympic Games
Cuban Athlete Guillermo Varona Strikes Gold in Javelin at Paralympic Games

Published on 9/3/2024

Mijaín López and Alexander Karelin: Wrestling Legends Reunite in Siberia
Mijaín López and Alexander Karelin: Wrestling Legends Reunite in Siberia

Published on 8/25/2024

Luis Orta, Two-Time Cuban Olympic Medalist, Celebrates His 30th Birthday
Luis Orta, Two-Time Cuban Olympic Medalist, Celebrates His 30th Birthday

Published on 8/22/2024

Mijaín López Celebrates Birthday Amidst Euphoria of Fifth Olympic Gold
Mijaín López Celebrates Birthday Amidst Euphoria of Fifth Olympic Gold

Published on 8/20/2024

Boxing Event in Havana to Feature Hefty Cash Prizes
Boxing Event in Havana to Feature Hefty Cash Prizes

Published on 8/20/2024

Dayle Ojeda's New Journey: From Fleeing the Olympics to Training in Valencia
Dayle Ojeda's New Journey: From Fleeing the Olympics to Training in Valencia

Published on 8/16/2024

Champions of Cuba Today, World Champions Tomorrow
Champions of Cuba Today, World Champions Tomorrow

Published on 8/13/2024

What's New for the LA 2028 Olympics After Paris 2024?
What's New for the LA 2028 Olympics After Paris 2024?

Published on 8/13/2024

Chilean President Welcomes Cuban-Born Olympic Silver Medalist Yasmani Acosta
Chilean President Welcomes Cuban-Born Olympic Silver Medalist Yasmani Acosta

Published on 8/12/2024

Returning Cuban Olympic Delegation Arrives from Paris
Returning Cuban Olympic Delegation Arrives from Paris

Published on 8/12/2024

Jordan Díaz and His Luxury Car: The Olympic Champion Gears Up to Roar Through Spain's Streets
Jordan Díaz and His Luxury Car: The Olympic Champion Gears Up to Roar Through Spain's Streets

Published on 8/12/2024

Mijaín López Honored as Representative for American Athletes at Paris 2024 Closing Ceremony
Mijaín López Honored as Representative for American Athletes at Paris 2024 Closing Ceremony

Published on 8/11/2024

Cuba Calls on "Dignity" and Fidel Castro's Legacy After Paris 2024 Setback
Cuba Calls on "Dignity" and Fidel Castro's Legacy After Paris 2024 Setback

Published on 8/11/2024

Cuban Coach Behind Algerian Boxer Imane Khelif's Controversial Win
Cuban Coach Behind Algerian Boxer Imane Khelif's Controversial Win

Published on 8/11/2024

Mijaín López Reflects on Fifth Olympic Gold: "I Want to Continue Supporting the Youth"
Mijaín López Reflects on Fifth Olympic Gold: "I Want to Continue Supporting the Youth"

Published on 8/10/2024

Jordan Díaz's Heartfelt Message to His Family in Cuba After Olympic Gold for Spain
Jordan Díaz's Heartfelt Message to His Family in Cuba After Olympic Gold for Spain

Published on 8/10/2024

Cubans Competing Under Different Flags in Paris 2024: Ramiro Mora's Journey of Resilience
Cubans Competing Under Different Flags in Paris 2024: Ramiro Mora's Journey of Resilience

Published on 8/8/2024

Noah Lyles Overcomes COVID-19 to Secure Bronze in 200 Meters
Noah Lyles Overcomes COVID-19 to Secure Bronze in 200 Meters

Published on 8/8/2024

Yarisleidis Cirilo Advances to Canoeing Semifinals at Paris 2024
Yarisleidis Cirilo Advances to Canoeing Semifinals at Paris 2024

Published on 8/8/2024

Erislandy Álvarez Wins Gold in Paris: "I Fulfilled My Grandmother's Wish"
Erislandy Álvarez Wins Gold in Paris: "I Fulfilled My Grandmother's Wish"

Published on 8/8/2024

Cuba Climbs to 21st Place in Paris 2024 Olympic Medal Tally
Cuba Climbs to 21st Place in Paris 2024 Olympic Medal Tally

Published on 8/8/2024

Mijaín López's Historic Victory in Paris Captivates International Media
Mijaín López's Historic Victory in Paris Captivates International Media

Published on 8/7/2024

Mijaín López Dedicates Paris Victory to His Late Father: "Life Didn't Allow Him to Witness This Moment"
Mijaín López Dedicates Paris Victory to His Late Father: "Life Didn't Allow Him to Witness This Moment"

Published on 8/7/2024

Cuban High Jumper Luis Enrique Zayas Fails to Qualify in Paris 2024
Cuban High Jumper Luis Enrique Zayas Fails to Qualify in Paris 2024

Published on 8/7/2024

Mijaín López's Historic Victory Celebrated in Herradura, Pinar del Río
Mijaín López's Historic Victory Celebrated in Herradura, Pinar del Río

Published on 8/7/2024

Cuban Wrestler Yusneilys Guzmán Advances to Gold Medal Match in Paris After Rival's Disqualification
Cuban Wrestler Yusneilys Guzmán Advances to Gold Medal Match in Paris After Rival's Disqualification

Published on 8/7/2024

Erislandy Álvarez: Cuba's Sole Gold Medal Hope in Paris Boxing
Erislandy Álvarez: Cuba's Sole Gold Medal Hope in Paris Boxing

Published on 8/7/2024

Cubans Competing Under Different Flags at Paris 2024: Néstor Almanza Jr.'s Quest for His Father's Glory
Cubans Competing Under Different Flags at Paris 2024: Néstor Almanza Jr.'s Quest for His Father's Glory

Published on 8/6/2024

Mijaín López Bids Emotional Farewell to Olympic Wrestling
Mijaín López Bids Emotional Farewell to Olympic Wrestling

Published on 8/6/2024

Mijaín López Secures Fifth Olympic Title, Earning Cuba's First Gold in Paris 2024
Mijaín López Secures Fifth Olympic Title, Earning Cuba's First Gold in Paris 2024

Published on 8/6/2024

Yusneilys Guzmán Falls Short in Olympic Wrestling Semifinals
Yusneilys Guzmán Falls Short in Olympic Wrestling Semifinals

Published on 8/6/2024

Pedro Pablo Pichardo Eyes Second Olympic Gold for Portugal at Paris 2024
Pedro Pablo Pichardo Eyes Second Olympic Gold for Portugal at Paris 2024

Published on 8/5/2024

Cubans Competing Under Different Flags at Paris 2024: Andy Díaz, a Quiet Force
Cubans Competing Under Different Flags at Paris 2024: Andy Díaz, a Quiet Force

Published on 8/5/2024

Gerardo Hernández Adopts Olympic Spirit: Rolex, Cigars, and "Rifle" in Hand
Gerardo Hernández Adopts Olympic Spirit: Rolex, Cigars, and "Rifle" in Hand

Published on 8/5/2024

Mijaín López Starts Paris Campaign with Dominant Win
Mijaín López Starts Paris Campaign with Dominant Win

Published on 8/5/2024

Loren Berto Alfonso Triumphs Over Emmanuel Reyes in Paris 2024 Cuban Clash
Loren Berto Alfonso Triumphs Over Emmanuel Reyes in Paris 2024 Cuban Clash

Published on 8/4/2024

Italian Boxer Withdraws from Match Against Transgender Opponent in Paris Scandal
Italian Boxer Withdraws from Match Against Transgender Opponent in Paris Scandal

Published on 8/1/2024

Guatemala Earns Historic First Olympic Gold at Paris 2024
Guatemala Earns Historic First Olympic Gold at Paris 2024

Published on 8/1/2024

Cuban Boxer Saidel Horta Falls in Olympic Debut at Paris 2024
Cuban Boxer Saidel Horta Falls in Olympic Debut at Paris 2024

Published on 7/31/2024

Double Olympic Champion Arlen López Starts Strong in Paris 2024
Double Olympic Champion Arlen López Starts Strong in Paris 2024

Published on 7/30/2024

Return of Professional Boxing to Havana: Julio César la Cruz Faces Enmanuel Reyes in the Main Event
Return of Professional Boxing to Havana: Julio César la Cruz Faces Enmanuel Reyes in the Main Event

Published on 7/30/2024

Cuban Boxer Alejandro Claro Advances to Paris 2024 After Defeating Michael Trindade
Cuban Boxer Alejandro Claro Advances to Paris 2024 After Defeating Michael Trindade

Published on 7/30/2024

Cuban Boxer Erislandy Álvarez Eyes Olympic Gold After Second Victory
Cuban Boxer Erislandy Álvarez Eyes Olympic Gold After Second Victory

Published on 7/29/2024

Cuban Delegation Faces a Quiet Sunday at Paris 2024
Cuban Delegation Faces a Quiet Sunday at Paris 2024

Published on 7/29/2024

Cuban Boxer’s Words Move Díaz-Canel to Tears
Cuban Boxer’s Words Move Díaz-Canel to Tears

Published on 7/28/2024

Julio César La Cruz Loses Fight, Receives Encouragement from Díaz-Canel
Julio César La Cruz Loses Fight, Receives Encouragement from Díaz-Canel

Published on 7/28/2024

Cuban Boxer Enmanuel Reyes Makes Successful Debut for Spain at Paris 2024
Cuban Boxer Enmanuel Reyes Makes Successful Debut for Spain at Paris 2024

Published on 7/28/2024

Julio César La Cruz Defeated by Cuban-Azerbaijani Boxer Loren Berto
Julio César La Cruz Defeated by Cuban-Azerbaijani Boxer Loren Berto

Published on 7/28/2024

Cubans Competing Under Different Flags at Paris 2024: Enmanuel Reyes, "The Prophet" Aims for Olympic Redemption
Cubans Competing Under Different Flags at Paris 2024: Enmanuel Reyes, "The Prophet" Aims for Olympic Redemption

Published on 7/27/2024

Mijaín López Aims for Another Historic Achievement
Mijaín López Aims for Another Historic Achievement

Published on 7/27/2024

Cuban Delegation's Forced "Joy" Before Olympic Parade on the Seine
Cuban Delegation's Forced "Joy" Before Olympic Parade on the Seine

Published on 7/27/2024

Cuban Athlete Shines at Paris 2024: María Celia Laborde's Journey of Perseverance
Cuban Athlete Shines at Paris 2024: María Celia Laborde's Journey of Perseverance

Published on 7/25/2024

Hugo Franco Shines in Archery Debut for Cuba at Paris 2024
Hugo Franco Shines in Archery Debut for Cuba at Paris 2024

Published on 7/25/2024

Olympics 2024: Controversies and Fan Clashes Mark Start of Olympic Soccer
Olympics 2024: Controversies and Fan Clashes Mark Start of Olympic Soccer

Published on 7/24/2024

Sports Illustrated Predicts Bronze for Mijaín López at Paris 2024
Sports Illustrated Predicts Bronze for Mijaín López at Paris 2024

Published on 7/23/2024

Physiotherapist Leaves Cuban Wrestling Team in Spain
Physiotherapist Leaves Cuban Wrestling Team in Spain

Published on 7/15/2024

Yasmani Acosta Hopes to Lead Chile's Delegation at Paris 2024
Yasmani Acosta Hopes to Lead Chile's Delegation at Paris 2024

Published on 7/11/2024

Cuban Athletes Set to Compete Under Different Flags in Paris
Cuban Athletes Set to Compete Under Different Flags in Paris

Published on 6/23/2024

Cuban Boxers Sharpen Their Skills in France Ahead of Paris 2024
Cuban Boxers Sharpen Their Skills in France Ahead of Paris 2024

Published on 6/20/2024

Cuba's Olympic Hopes Dashed by Serbia Defeat
Cuba's Olympic Hopes Dashed by Serbia Defeat

Published on 6/19/2024

Cuban Archer Hugo Franco Secures Olympic Dream
Cuban Archer Hugo Franco Secures Olympic Dream

Published on 6/17/2024

Cuban Triple Jumper Leyanis Pérez Strikes Gold at Diamond League in Stockholm
Cuban Triple Jumper Leyanis Pérez Strikes Gold at Diamond League in Stockholm

Published on 6/3/2024