Hi there! I’m Holly Galvan Posey, your guide to all things Olympics at KPRC 2. We are just a few days away from the official kickoff of the 2024 Olympics! Join us on the set of Houston Life for an exclusive watch party of the Opening Ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics.
20 of our KPRC 2 Insiders and their guests are invited to this special event on July 26 from 12-4 p.m. Enjoy a variety of bites and refreshments while challenging your friends and fellow attendees in fun-filled games with great prizes for the winners! Insiders will also receive a VIP Paris Games swag bag and have the chance to meet members of the KPRC 2 on-air team.
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Do you have Olympic fever yet? The 2024 Paris Olympics are just around the corner, and excitement is building! Make sure you’re up to date with all the latest Olympic results and schedules. We have a dedicated page that offers a daily schedule of events and real-time results, so you won’t miss a moment of the action.
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Pope Francis calls for Olympic truce for countries at war, prays for peace
In a heartfelt plea, Pope Francis called for an Olympic truce during his Angelus prayer, hoping the Paris Games will inspire warring nations to pause their conflicts. Reflecting on the ancient Greek tradition of halting wars during the Olympics, the Pope emphasized the power of sports to unite people across cultures. As the world prepares for the opening ceremony on July 26, Francis urged athletes to be messengers of peace and role models for the young.
LeBron James selected as Team USA male flagbearer for Paris Olympics opening ceremony
LeBron James is set to lead Team USA as the male flagbearer at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony. The 39-year-old basketball icon, chosen by his fellow Olympians, becomes the third basketball player to carry the U.S. flag, following Dawn Staley (2004) and Sue Bird (2021). James, a four-time NBA champion, will make his fourth Olympic appearance, having previously won bronze in 2004 and gold in 2008 and 2012.
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When will Olympic swimming competition take place?
The Olympic swimming competition at the Paris Games will kick off right after the opening ceremony, starting on July 27 and continuing until the following weekend. The U.S. has a storied history in Olympic swimming, with 579 medals overall, more than double the next closest nation, Australia.
Paris Olympic competition nears total gender parity. Take a look at the athlete gender breakdown
As the world gears up for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, a significant milestone is within reach: gender parity among athletes. This progress comes more than a century after women first competed in the Olympics in Paris in 1900.
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LeBron James scores final 11 points for US in 92-88 win over Germany as pre-Olympic tour ends
LeBron James carried Team USA to victory once again, scoring the final 11 points in a thrilling 92-88 win over Germany. 🏀 With this win, the U.S. wraps up its pre-Olympic tour undefeated. James, who will be the male flagbearer for the U.S. at the Paris opening ceremony, showcased his clutch performance alongside strong contributions from Joel Embiid, Stephen Curry, and Anthony Edwards.
Noah Lyles warms up for Olympics by setting PB of 9.81 seconds to win 100 in London
Noah Lyles is speeding into the Paris Olympics with a personal best! 🏃♂️💨 At the Diamond League meet in London, Lyles clocked 9.81 seconds in the 100 meters, showcasing his dominance and setting the stage for Olympic gold. Despite a slow start, he powered through to beat a competitive field, with the top five finishers breaking the 10-second mark.
Biles, Osaka and Phelps spoke up about mental health. Has anything changed for the Paris Olympics?
Simone Biles, Naomi Osaka, and Michael Phelps opened a vital conversation about mental health, and the Paris Olympics are showing how much has changed. Athletes now have more resources than ever, with the USOPC increasing mental-health providers from six to 15 and offering 24/7 helplines and “mind zones” in the athlete village.
Is there still a chance Caitlin Clark will be at Olympics?
While the odds are slim, there’s still a glimmer of hope for Caitlin Clark to make it to the Paris Olympics. With veteran Diana Taurasi nursing a lower left leg injury, Clark, named the first alternate, could step in if Taurasi or another player can’t compete.
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Brittney Griner honored to be wearing a USA Basketball jersey again after time in Russian prison
Brittney Griner is back and ready to represent Team USA at the Paris Olympics, an emotional return after her time in a Russian prison. Griner, who had been sentenced to nine years in Russia, is now proudly donning her No. 15 jersey, describing the experience as “chilling” and deeply meaningful. After a busy few weeks with the birth of her son, Bash, Griner is focused on the games, feeling safe and supported by her team.
A French alleged neo-Nazi sympathizer, suspected of targeting Olympic torch, sentenced to 2 years
In a significant security development ahead of the Paris Olympics, a 19-year-old alleged neo-Nazi sympathizer was sentenced to two years in prison. The man led a group called “French Aryan division” on Telegram and was detained on Wednesday in Alsace. He was convicted of sharing bomb-making instructions, inciting hate, making death threats, and sharing personal information that endangered others.