Olympian
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Former US Olympian David 'Davey' Hearn has pleaded not guilty to vandalising the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool at a court appearance in Washington DC.
From BBC ● Jul. 9, 2026
But spare a thought for those who tried and failed to stay up for the match, including former Olympian Katharine Merry.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026
Plus, an Olympian is charged with damaging the D.C. reflecting pool, and celebs use special-ops tactics to keep their weddings private.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 2, 2026
A former US Olympian accused of vandalizing Washington's newly renovated Reflecting Pool was charged on Thursday with a felony and could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted, a federal prosecutor said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 2, 2026
Aphrodite was the most ancient Olympian, born of the sea and the blood of Ouranos.
From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan
Around 14,000 Olympians per Games are expected to be eligible for the grant.
From BBC ● Jun. 24, 2026
As well as a video showcasing the Alps, there was also a performance by 25 musicians and 24 athletes – the first time Olympians have featured in the artistic elements of the closing ceremony.
From BBC ● Feb. 22, 2026
In this nation powered by oil wealth, there is also a pipeline of talent that keeps gushing Olympians.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 17, 2026
The outspokenness of the Winter Olympic athletes echoes a dramatic protest by Olympians Tommie Smith and John Carlos which electrified the 1968 Summer Games in Mexico City.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 14, 2026
On the first of August, Louie and the other Olympians were driven through Berlin for the opening ceremonies.
From "Unbroken" by Laura Hillenbrand
