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Prepare for the Circus in Rio de Janeiro
It will be four long years before the huge travelling circus called the Summer Games puts up its tents in Rio de Janeiro, four long years before we even begin to care again about things like beach ...
» by ; Posted on August 13, 2012
Medal wins don't mean athletes strike it rich back home
A lack of public interest in amateur sports that are so revered during the Olympics — like diving, kayaking and gymnastics — has historically resulted in corporate Canada passing over Olympians, even ...
» by ; Posted on August 13, 2012
MacLennan returns home from London
Canada's only gold medallist at the London Olympics is back home.
» by ; Posted on August 13, 2012
London's "cheeky, cheesy and thrilling" Closer
We were promised "A Symphony of British Music," and there was scarcely a moment that passed in the London 2012 Closing Ceremony where the depth and breadth of Britain's musical output wasn't on ...
» by ; Posted on August 12, 2012
Canadian Athletes Embrace Closing Ceremony
Clad in red and white, Canada's athletes embraced their patriotism and celebrated their collective accomplishments.
» by ; Posted on August 12, 2012
Spice Girls Put on Highly-Anticipated Show
The crowds at Olympic Stadium embraced the Girls in their lively performance of 'Wannabe' and 'Spice up your Life,' reliving the British pop sensation of the 1990s--back for one night only.
» by ; Posted on August 12, 2012
China Still the Diving Superpower...For Now
China is still the powerhouse of Olympic diving but ever so slowly, the rest of the world is catching up. Just ask David Boudia, who's leaving London with a gold medal around his neck.
» by ; Posted on August 12, 2012
Emily Batty Injured in Training
Canadian mountain bike racer Emily Batty was revealed to be injured after a crash during a training session on Tuesday.
» by ; Posted on August 11, 2012
Russia Golden in Men's K-2 200m; Canada Seventh
Russia's Yury Postrigay and Alexander Dyachenko won gold in the Men's K-2 200m on the final day of the London 2012 Olympic canoe/kayak competition, while Canada's Ryan Cochrane and Hugues Fournel ...
» by ; Posted on August 11, 2012
Carrington of New Zealand Wins Women's K-1 200m Gold
Lisa Carrington of New Zealand won gold in the inaugural women's K-1 200m at Dorney Lake on Saturday, denying Hungarian kayaking great Natasa Douchev-Janics a fourth Olympic title.
» by ; Posted on August 11, 2012
Ukraine's Cheban Wins Gold in Men's C-1 200m
Yuri Cheban of Ukraine won gold in the inaugural men's C-1 200m at the Olympic canoe/kayak sprint regatta on Saturday, adding to the world title he captured in 2009.
» by ; Posted on August 11, 2012
Van Koeverden Pays Tribute to Canada's Olympic Heroes
For multiple Olympic Games Simon Whitfield, Clara Hughes and Alexandre Despatie have been the face of the Olympic Games in Canada and Adam van Koeverden made sure to know thank them for all they've ...
» by ; Posted on August 11, 2012
Canada's Mark de Jonge Wins Olympic Bronze
Canada's Mark de Jonge won Olympic bronze in the men's K-1 200m on Day 15 of the London 2012 Olympic Games.
» by ; Posted on August 11, 2012
Can USA Complete the Drive for Five?
Team USA will take to the court Saturday looking for their fifth straight Olympic gold medal.
» by ; Posted on August 11, 2012
Russia, Australia Battle for Bronze
When Australia meets Russia again, there will be only one real storyline - who will win bronze at the London 2012 Olympic Games.
» by ; Posted on August 11, 2012
Combat Sports Preview: Day 15
The men’s freestyle wrestling competition continues with one Canadian in action, while the taekwondo event concludes with the one Canadian competing in the heaviest division.
» by ; Posted on August 11, 2012
Pistorius Leaves His Mark Even Without a Medal
Oscar Pistorius set precedents all the way along his journey to and through the London 2012 Olympic Games.
» by ; Posted on August 10, 2012
What Makes Rhythmic Gymnastics Hard
CTVOlympics rhythmic gymnastics analyst Erika Leigh Howard breaks down the top five most difficult aspects of the sport, and how it compares to other Olympic events.
» by ; Posted on August 10, 2012
Boating Preview: Day 15
Day 15 of the London 2012 Olympic Games marks the final day of the Olympic canoe/kayak competition.
» by ; Posted on August 10, 2012
Smiles Through Heartache: Canada's Synchro Team 4th
Canadian synchronized swimmer Marie-Pier Boudreau Gagnon's smile faltered for only a second as Spain's score flashed across the screen.
» by ; Posted on August 10, 2012
Britain Ends Drought With Bronze in Women's Field Hockey
Great Britain ended its 20-year women's field hockey medal drought with a 3-1 win against New Zealand to capture bronze.
» by ; Posted on August 10, 2012
Spain, Russia Tied After Three Quarters
Russia and Spain are tied at 46 after three quarters in the semi-final of the men's basketball tournament at the London 2012 Olympic Games.
» by ; Posted on August 10, 2012
Who Could Carry the Flag for Canada?
CTVOlympics.ca takes a look at three candidates who could represent Canada as the flag bearer at the Closing Ceremony on Sunday.
» by ; Posted on August 10, 2012
Combat Sports Preview: Day 14
The men’s freestyle wrestling competition gets underway with two Canadians in action, the taekwondo event continues with the first two Canadians competing and the men’s boxing semi-finals take place.
» by ; Posted on August 10, 2012
Russia Runs Over Bulgaria, Advance to Volleyball Final
Russia was relentless in running over Bulgaria in the men’s volleyball semi-finals on Friday, winning 3-1 to advance to the gold medal match.
» by ; Posted on August 10, 2012
Cycling Preview: Day 14
A who’s who of the best racers in the BMX world will battle for gold at the London 2012 Olympic Games.
» by ; Posted on August 9, 2012
Rest of Day 13 - Athletics
Kenya's David Rudisha has lowered his world record by a tenth of a second in the men's 800-metre final.
» by ; Posted on August 9, 2012
Montenegro Beats Spain to Play Norway in Handball Final
Montenegro became the first Olympic debutante to reach the final of the women's handball competition after beating Spain 27-26 Thursday at the London 2012 Games.
» by ; Posted on August 9, 2012
Germans Grab Gold in Men's Beach Volleyball
Germany's Julius Brink and Jonas Reckerrmann defeated Brazil's Emanuel and Alison in three sets to become the first European team to win a gold medal at the Olympic Games.
» by ; Posted on August 9, 2012
Canadian Warner Finishes 5th in Decathlon
Canadian Damian Warner put on an impressive display in the decathlon with a 5th-place finish in his first Olympic Games appearance.
» by ; Posted on August 9, 2012
Following an Olympic Water Polo Upset, the Door is Open
One dynasty fell.
» by ; Posted on August 9, 2012
Cycling Preview: Day 13
Canadian Tory Nyhaug faces off against the world in the men’s BMX quarter-finals at the London 2012 Olympic Games.
» by ; Posted on August 8, 2012
Gonzalez Wins Spain's First Taekwondo Gold
World No. 1 Joel Gonzalez of Spain won the Olympic taekwondo gold medal in the men's 58-kilogram division Wednesday, beating Lee Dae-hoon of South Korea 17-8.
» by ; Posted on August 8, 2012
In Synchronized Swimming, Style is More Than Window Dressing
While all of the brightly-coloured bathing suits and beaming faces often belie the incredible strength of the sport's athletes, in synchro they can give competitors an edge.
» by ; Posted on August 8, 2012
Fans Clueless at London 2012 Games about Water Polo
Nice sport, that water polo, but where are the horses?
» by ; Posted on August 8, 2012
Americans Post Big Lead on Aussies
The United States have opened a 56-42 lead on Australia after the first half of their quarter-final match-up in the men's basketball tournament at the London 2012 Olympic Games.
» by ; Posted on August 8, 2012
Warner Third in Decathlon After Day 1; Eaton Leads
After five events, Canadian Damian Warner sits in third place, hot on the tail of the top two in the decathlon standings.
» by ; Posted on August 8, 2012
Caster Semenya Finishes 2nd in Heat in First Olympic Race
Making her Olympic debut three years after being forced to undergo gender tests, Caster Semenya of South Africa finished second in her 800-metre preliminary heat Wednesday.
» by ; Posted on August 8, 2012
Game Over for Controversial Women's Soccer Referee
The Norwegian referee who made controversial calls during Canada's semi-final encounter with the United States in women's soccer will not be involved in the gold and bronze medal games.
» by ; Posted on August 8, 2012
Eaton Sets Record; Warner Starts Quick in Decathlon
Ashton Eaton ran an Olympic-best time of 10.35 seconds to win the 100m in the opening event of the decathlon, in a heat that produced the best three times of the four heats.
» by ; Posted on August 8, 2012
Dombi, Kokeny of Hungary win Gold in Men's K-2 1000
Rudolf Dombi and Roland Kokeny of Hungary won Olympic gold in the men's 1000-metre K-2 on Wednesday, beating their fast-finishing Portuguese rivals in a photo finish.
» by ; Posted on August 8, 2012
Oldershaw Wins Olympic Bronze; Adds to Family Legacy
Canada's Mark Oldershaw won Olympic bronze in the men's C-1 1000m on Day 12 of the London 2012 Olympic Games.
» by ; Posted on August 8, 2012
Van Koeverden Claims Silver in Men's K-1 1000m
Canada’s Adam van Koeverden won Olympic silver in the men’s K-1 1000m on Day 12 of the London 2012 Olympic Games.
» by ; Posted on August 8, 2012
Canada's Oldershaw Second in Heats, Advances to Semis
Canada's Mark Oldershaw placed second in his heat of the men's C-1 1000m to advance to the semi-finals.
» by ; Posted on August 6, 2012
Recap: Men's and Women's Canoe/Kayak Heats
Canada's Adam van Koeverden, Mark Oldershaw, Hugues Fournel and Ryan Cochrane kick off the canoe/kayak action at Eton Dorney on Day 10 of the London 2012 Olympic Games.
» by ; Posted on August 6, 2012
Canada's van Koeverden Posts Strong Race, Advances to Semis
Canada's top kayaker, Adam van Koeverden, kicked off the action in the men's canoe/kayak competition, posting a strong race to advance easily to the semi-finals.
» by ; Posted on August 6, 2012
Field Sports Preview: Day 10
All eyes on Day 10 will be on the women's soccer semi-finals as Canada will be in tough against United States and World Cup Champion Japan will take on France.
» by ; Posted on August 6, 2012
Combat Sports Preview: Day 10
Two Canadian boxers compete on Day 10, including Mary Spencer, who makes her Olympic debut in women’s boxing.
» by ; Posted on August 6, 2012
USA, Argentina Battle for Top Spot
Team USA and Argentina will battle for first place in Pool A of the men's basketball tournament at the London 2012 Olympics Games on Monday.
» by ; Posted on August 6, 2012
Franklin Sweeps the Backstroke in World Record Time
American swimmer Missy Franklin wins her third Olympic gold medal of the London 2012 Olympic Games, winning the women's backstroke with a world record 2:07.26 time.
» by ; Posted on August 3, 2012
