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Biles was expected to be one of the headliners of the Tokyo Games in a bid for six gold medals.

Sprinter provisionally suspended hours before she was due to run in the semi-finals of the women’s 100 metres.

All-rounder Ben Stokes, who is also recovering from a finger injury, will take an ‘indefinite break’ from the game.

Residents have largely returned to the streets of Tokyo amid a surge in infection as Olympics remain closely controlled.

Asian champions lose 1-0 to US, while Mexico edge out Canada in match briefly stopped due to homophobic chants.

The Delta variant, holidays and the Olympics are contributing to a rise in infections, the country’s top adviser warned.

Moster was heard using a racist phrase when he urged rider Arndt to catch an Algerian and an Eritrean rider.

The latest from the Tokyo Olympics, which are taking place under heavy restrictions after a year’s delay.

Organisers say 24 new games-related COVID-19 cases including three athletes, bringing the total to 193 since July 1.

US gymnast withdrew from the team and individual all-around Olympic events, saying her mental health took precedence.

From swimming and boxing to baseball and rowing, a round-up of the latest Tokyo Games action.

USA Gymnastics says sports superstar ‘has withdrawn from the team final competition due to a medical issue’.

Representing the Refugee Olympic Team for a second time, Misenga hopes to achieve his dreams in Tokyo.