Italian, Israeli Olympic Chiefs Resign; "Female Hercules" Targets IOC
(ATR) NOC presidents of Italy, Israel step down ... Retired weightlifter sets sights on IOC membership ... Upgrades ahead for Toronto pool ... More inside this Olympic Newsdesk ...
Italian Premier Rejects Rome 2020 Olympic Bid
(ATR) Around the Rings is told that Italian Prime Minister Mario Monti has refused to support a bid from Rome for the 2020 Olympics. Official confirmation came later Tuesday.
Bidding for the Games - Rome 2020 Seeks Government Support
(ATR) After doubts about Rome 2020 are raised by the new government of Italy, top sport officials and politicians urge Prime Minister Mario Monti to give the go-ahead to the Olympic bid.
U.K. Hacking Scandal's Olympic Connection; Olympic Teams Update
(ATR) Former and current minister caught in News of the World phone hacking scandal ... Japanese select team training site, hospitality house ... Italy to dress in designer duds ... Equestrian qualifications.
Bidding for the Games -- Rome, Venice Compete for Italian 2020 Nomination
(ATR) Rome and Venice are vying to represent Italy in the race to host the 2020 Olympic Games. The Eternal City is capitalizing on its history and preparedness, with Venice emphasizing its cultural fascination.
Olympic Newsdesk - Asian Games on Track; New Aquatics Venue Roof
(ATR) The Olympic Council of Asia is satisfied with Asian Games progress... New roof for London's aquatics venue... IOC warns Rwanda.
