Marisha Kazaryan
A writer by profession, a storyteller by spirit, and an ardent team sport fan by affiliation, Marisha enjoys covering sport events, while also working on improving her own athletic skills. Swimming remains her all-time favourite, and she is currently trying herself in skateboarding.
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08
Aug
It seems like only yesterday the French capital welcomed athletes and sports fans from all over the world for the start of one of the largest sport events. Since 26 July to this day the latest edition of the Summer Olympic Games has been capturing everyone’s attention. 206 nations sent 10,714 athletes to compete in 32 sports that included 48 disciplines.
Every day at the 2024 Paris Summer Olympic Games brought a whirlwind of emotions, with its colourful moments, triumphant victories, public favourites, and new Olympic and world records. But as anything in the world, the Olympics are coming to...
08
Aug
When in 1896 powers that be decided to revive the ancient Greek tradition of conducting a sport tournament for the best athletes out there, could they imagine that their initiative would catch on so well?
Since their very first edition, the Modern Olympic Games never failed to create an unforgettable event for the sport professionals and sport fans alike. The 2024 Paris Summer Olympics were no exception. Since 27 July, every day surprised us with yet another interesting moment, outstanding achievement, or proud cheering.
Even though the 2024 Olympics still have several days to conclude its run, a lot of athletes...
08
Aug
As the Olympics entered its final week, sports professionals and enthusiasts around the world started counting medals, analyzing achievements, and even making predictions for the next Olympic Games.
And while there is still another week full of spectacular events and fierce competition waiting for all sport fans, many types of sports have finished their Olympic run in the year 2024. Some teams celebrate the victories, others analyze what needs to be improved and get ready for the 2028 Los Angeles Summer Olympic Games.
The 2024 Paris Summer Olympic Games will remain in the memories for a lot of colourful events and...
06
Aug
What combines three seemingly unrelated sports of swimming, running, and cycling? It may seem like they have nothing in common but actually, there is a sport that combines all three, putting an emphasis on endurance, speed, and strength. Welcome to triathlon.
Triathlon may consist of sport activities with a well-established history (though, of course, cycling is much younger than its other two counterparts), but as a sport of its own, it is still pretty young.
Having athletes compete in three different sports isn’t exactly a new concept. In fact, even the Ancient Olympic Games included an event where athletes had to...
02
Aug
The triathlon mixed relay teams consist of two men and two women. Each player has to complete a course of a 300m swim, 8km bike ride and 2km run before they tag the next team member. And the triathlon mixed relay Olympics 2024 were nothing short of adrenaline-inducing to witness.
The Seine River controversy regarding the water quality loomed over this major event as Belgium drew out of the race when one of its team members, Claire Michel, fell sick after the women’s triathlon. However, after a statement by the committee declared that the water levels had improved, the competition...
30
Jul
When the ancient Greeks gathered every four years to participate in athletic games, could they ever imagine that many centuries later people would carry on the tradition? The Olympic Games became one of the most popular and long-standing sport events in the world. And though the main idea behind the tournament remained the same, the Games kept evolving throughout the time, with rules, venues, and even participating sports changing.
The number of sports that were played in the arena in Ancient Greece was far lower than what the modern spectators can enjoy. The sports ancient Greek athletes competed in included...