Apriyani Rahayu never imagined her journey would make her one of Indonesia’s badminton greats. Yet, behind the glory of winning gold at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics alongside Greysia Polii, Apriyani admits the monumental achievement came with an immense burden,
Sumo will stage a tournament in Paris for the first time in over three decades next year in a push to expand the ancient sport beyond Japan, organisers said Sunday. Japan Sumo Association (JSA) officials announced last month that they will also stage a tournament later this year at London's Royal Albert Hall -- the first overseas sumo competition in 20 years.
Wrestlers from sumo's top division will make a two-day exhibition tour to Paris in June 2026, the third of its kind in the French cap
The official motto of World Athletics Championships Tokyo 2025, ‘Every second, SUGOI,’ has elicited reactions from Kenyans about President William Ruto's birthplace.
In 2025, the Palais de Tokyo inaugurates Symbiosis, a unique performance program led by Sharon Eyal and Gai Behar. Residencies, public rehearsals and performances will punctuate the year, offering a unique immersion in the world of contemporary dance and artistic creation.
India’s dominance in Paris was built on the foundation laid at Tokyo 2020, where a then-record haul of 19 medals signaled the country’s growing prowess. The year 2024 marked a defining chapter ...
Strategic planning and robust support systems have been crucial. The Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) has provided financial aid and world-class training.
The designer of the medals at the Paris 2024 Olympics, LVMH, has spoken out after a number of athletes handed them back.
Paralympic gold medalist Yuto Sano, who secured Japan's first-ever men's goalball crown at the Paris Games with a dramatic overtime g
The immersive exhibition debuted last year in Shanghai, and will include a special focus on Japan when it opens on March 29.
Modern pentathlete Kate French, who won Olympic gold at the Tokyo Games in 2021, announces her retirement from the sport.
THE Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (Citem) is poised to drive economic growth and innovation in 2025 through a series of key initiative