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Tokyo says the references are against the Olympic charter that opposes the use of sports for political purposes.

Eight-time Olympic medallist confirmed his decision via a Facebook statement issued on Wednesday afternoon.

Wada's scathing report says budget and operational cutbacks resulted in limited resources for the anti-doping department.

Ahmed Farah served four years for knife crime, but now fears for his life.

The charge carries a maximum penalty of up to 18 months in jail.

Only 12% of tickets for the Paralympics have been sold and many countries are not taking part.

The doll was taken as a souvenir from Russian pavilion at the Olympic complex.

Heather Wheeler posted the info-graphic on Twitter in reaction to a message from the EU Parliament.

Researchers believe the World Anti-Doping Agency breach was a form of retaliation against whistleblower Yuliya Stepanova.

Lilesa told reporters that he could be killed or jailed for making the sign of protest.

The swimmer has reportedly avoided a lifetime ban after falsely claiming he was mugged.

Brazil face Germany in the Men's football final clash on Saturday.

The USOC said it will look at 'any potential consequences for the athletes.'

The two US Olympic swimmers have been accused of falsely reporting a crime.

The two were with fellow swimmers Ryan Lochte and James Feigen when they were allegedly robbed at gunpoint in Rio.

The Team GB sailing pair only have to finish the final event to secure gold in Rio.

Transgender star confirmed the news via her Twitter profile.

Former president of football's governing body died after battle with pneumonia.

Islam El Shehaby said he cannot shake the hand of anyone from Israel 'for personal reasons.'

Darya Safai was holding a sign that read: 'Let Iranian women enter their stadiums'.

Portugal face Germany in the Men's football quarter-final clash on Saturday.

Unlawful killings and other police abuses persist as culprits are rarely brought to justice.

The pair claim great Britain's first ever diving gold medal in Rio.

The Scot wins a medal after a yuko in the bronze medal fight with Bernadette Graf.

The Stoke-on-Trent canoeist produced an error-free run to take a stunning victory.

An all-British clash sees Smith prevail with a 100% record.

Portugal face Algeria in the Men's football event at the Rio 2016 Olympics on Wednesday.

Argentina face Honduras in the men's football event at the Rio 2016 Olympics on Wednesday.

Adam Peaty and Jazmin Carlin romp to podium in Rio but outlook is bleak for Team GB medal haul.

Said posted a video on Facebook from his hospital bed as he recovers from a broken leg.