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There have now been 25 iterations of the Winter Olympics after competition began in France in 1924. Countless moments have been ingrained in Olympic history. But which stand out above the rest?
Eddie ‘The Eagle’ Edwards made history at the 1988 Winter Olympics in more ways than one after soaring into the hearts of a nation. The 62-year-old became the first athlete to
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Love is (back) in the air at the Winter Olympics. At the Olympic Village in Milano-Cortina, a supply of about 10,000 free condoms for competing athletes was quickly scooped up in just three days — but they have now been restocked.
At this point, pin trading isn’t a niche hobby - it’s an unofficial Olympic sport. And unlike the medal table, it doesn’t end when you leave the arena. Figure skater and two-time Olympian Olivia Smart, who represents Spain, agrees.
Lewis Hamilton has sent a heartfelt message to the Jamaican bobsleigh team on social media. The Jamaicans rose to fame at the 1988 Winter Olympics in Calgary, despite finishing outside the medal places.
The Winter Olympics condom shortage emerged after the Olympic Village ran out of condoms in just 72 hours at the Milan-Cortina Games. The post Gone in 72 Hours: Winter Olympics Heat Up With Condom Shortage appeared first on Heavy Sports.