"Olympic athletes throughout history have not been immune to controversies and scandals. China's bronze medal from 2000 was revoked after it emerged that a gymnast was only 14. Team USA's Jordan Chiles lost her bronze medal after a court ruling, a decision she's still appealing. The Olympics and its athletes have been the subject of many infamous scandals and controversies over the years - Tonya Harding and Ryan Lochte may come to mind."
"The last Olympics, the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, were no exception, as athletes faced online scrutiny and judging errors, while National Olympic Committees and coaches faced cheating allegations. And, of course, who could forget about all the drama with pollution in the Seine? Here's a look back at some of the Olympic Games' biggest controversies and updates on those that continue to unfold."
Olympic Games have a long history of scandals, including age falsification, athlete misconduct, and judging controversies. China's 2000 bronze was revoked after a gymnast was revealed to be 14, and Team USA's Jordan Chiles lost a bronze after a court ruling that she is appealing. High-profile cases such as Tonya Harding and Ryan Lochte remain emblematic of past turmoil. The 2024 Paris Games featured online scrutiny of athletes, judging errors, cheating allegations involving National Olympic Committees and coaches, and significant pollution concerns in the Seine. Many controversies continue to produce legal challenges, appeals, and public debate.
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