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Austen Bundy

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Austen Bundy is a journalist and sports junkie from the Washington, D.C. area. A proud Sun Devil alum, he graduated from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University. If it skates, runs, dribbles and/or scores, he's probably watching that game. You can follow him on X/Twitter @AustenBundyDC.

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France's Leon Marchand pulls Olympic feat not seen in nearly 50 years

France's Leon Marchand made Olympic history Wednesday as the first swimmer since East Germany's Kornelia Ender in 1976 to win two individual events in a single day.

Watch: Two Arizona State national champion swimmers make podium in Paris

Arizona Sun Devils occupied two thirds of the podium for the men's 200 butterfly at the Paris Games.

Watch: Women's triathlon appears to have false start, race in Seine River not stopped

The episode is eerily similar to the situation at the start of the men's triathlon at the 2021 Tokyo Games.

Fresh Chinese doping allegations threaten to taint Paris swimming competition

A dark cloud of doubt already hung over the start of the Paris swimming competition after reports that Chinese swimmers failed doping tests but were allowed to compete in the 2020 Tokyo Games. That cloud got darker Tuesday as fresh doping allegations were revealed by the New York Times

Watch: Australia makes case to dethrone U.S. as top swim nation after Day 4 in Paris

While the Americans lead in total medals (AUS 8, USA 15), the Australians have won more golds (AUS 4, USA 2), which are valued higher in the Olympic medal table.

The ever-worsening disaster that is the Paris Olympic Village

The Olympic Village at the Paris Games has already made several headlines for its unpopular amenities.

Olympics Day 4 briefing: U.S. men end gymnastics medal drought, women's hoops stay undefeated

The Paris Games are entering the first full week of action, we catch you up on the latest.

Olympic swimming recap: Multiple history-making moments on Day 3 in the pool

The Olympic swimming competition continued Monday and history was made multiple times in the pool. Let's get you caught up on all the action.

Olympics Day 3 briefing: Simone Biles, Kevin Durant highlight Team USA's early success

The action and drama continued Sunday at the Paris Games.

Olympic Swimming recap: France's hometown hero steals spotlight, American upsets American on Day 2

Sunday's swimming action delivered more drama and incredible finishes.

Opening days of Paris Olympics haven't been all gold and smiles

The Paris Games are off to a grand start, but there have been some unfortunate developments outside of competition.

Olympics Day 2 briefing: First day of competition dials in on Team USA-Australia swimming rivalry

All eyes were on the pool as Team USA and Australia renewed their rivalry at the Paris Games. Breaking down the first true day of competition in the City of Light.

Olympic Swimming recap: Katie Ledecky earns bronze, U.S. and Australia split freestyle relays

The first day of Olympic swimming action delivered the drama Saturday.

Watch: U.S. men's soccer team scores first Olympic goal in 16 years

The U.S. men's soccer team finally made its triumphant return in the event.

Paris Olympics plagued by early issues

The Olympics just got underway and are already facing some issues.

IOC pressured Utah officials to help drop doping probe in exchange for 2034 Winter Games

Hearing Utah officials reportedly gave in to the IOC's demands was surprising and could set a dangerous precedent for any country looking to host future Games.

Arsenal's defensive depth is secured after latest signing

Arsenal's defense during the 2023-24 season was suffocating, only conceding 29 goals and posting 18 clean sheets. Now the Gunners back line should be even tighter after manager Mikel Arteta's latest signing.

Watch: Morocco defeats Argentina after chaotic match suspension, VAR review

A VAR check ruled Argentina's late equalizer against Morocco was offside more than an hour after players had to leave the field due to fans storming the pitch.

See the 'floating village' 2024 Olympic surfers will live on

Olympic surfing is getting its sophomore rendition at the 2024 Paris Games, but you won't see any surfers catching swells on the Seine River or even in the choppy English Channel.

Check out some of the most unique fits for the 2024 Olympic opening ceremony

Here are some of the most unique Olympic opening ceremony fits fans can expect to spot.

Olympic swimming FAQ: Key dates, American swimmers to watch

Olympic swimming competition is always highly anticipated, and the Paris Games, which officially begin Friday, won't be an exception.

Five little-known sports at the Paris Olympics

The Olympic Games are an opportunity for little-known sports to get the big spotlight.

Did you know Olympic events start days before the opening ceremony?

The Paris Olympics are set to officially  begin on Friday with the opening ceremony and the lighting of the Olympic cauldron. But few realize there are events beginning as early as Wednesday.

The data behind this James Wood home run is fascinating

Wood's three-run moonshot broke a 2-2 deadlock with the Cincinnati Reds in the bottom of the eighth inning, putting the Nationals up 5-2 for the eventual win on Sunday.