Olympian
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The three-time Olympian said she was “in bed resting” and would “explain sooner or later” what had led to her hospitalization, while thanking the people closest to her for their support.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 28, 2026
In Greek mythology, the volcano was associated with the burial of the giants Typhon and Enceladus after they were defeated by the Olympian gods.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 14, 2026
Olympian and 2016 bronze medalist Jenny Simpson collapsed during a community run in Raleigh, N.C.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 4, 2026
Now aged 30, the Olympian has told the BBC how he eventually curbed his habit by shifting his mindset.
From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2026
Aphrodite was the most ancient Olympian, born of the sea and the blood of Ouranos.
From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan
Some have already voiced ambitions to become Olympians or Paralympians.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 28, 2026
Those who recognise the surname may remember David Wilkie as one of the most iconic British Olympians of his era.
From BBC ● Apr. 14, 2026
At Milan Cortina, Italy’s Winter Olympians produced their best ever medal haul to finish behind only powerhouses Norway and Team USA.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 1, 2026
Hip-hop legend Flavor Flav is hosting a four-day event celebrating “ALL Female US Olympians and Paralympian medalists” this summer in Las Vegas.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 27, 2026
The Twelve great Olympians mentioned earlier were turned into Roman gods also.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
