What are the Olympic top stories?

The stories of underdog athletes making it big are also among the top in the Olympic Games. These are the athletes from small countries or those who were not expected to perform well. They surprise everyone with their skills and determination. For instance, some athletes from developing countries who might not have the best facilities but still manage to win medals.

The 'Miracle on Ice' is a memorable Olympic story. In 1980, the United States men's ice hockey team, made up mostly of amateur and collegiate players, defeated the heavily - favored Soviet Union team. It was an underdog victory that captured the hearts of Americans and showed that with determination and teamwork, great things could be achieved.

Sure. The story of Jesse Owens in the 1936 Berlin Olympics is remarkable. Despite the racial discrimination and the Nazi regime's attempts to promote Aryan superiority, Owens, an African - American athlete, won four gold medals in track and field. His victories were a powerful statement against racism and a symbol of human achievement.

Sure. One is Michael Phelps' multiple gold - medal winning feats in swimming. Another could be the story of the Refugee Olympic Team, which is a unique and inspiring concept in the Olympics. And also the great performances of the Chinese diving team over the years.

The story of the Korean unified women's ice hockey team was also great. It was a symbol of unity during the Olympics, with North and South Korean female athletes coming together to form a team. It was a significant step towards better relations between the two Koreas.

Sure. In recent Olympics, Simone Biles' decision to withdraw from some events due to mental health concerns was a huge story. It brought the importance of mental well - being in sports to the forefront. Another was the performance of new emerging sports stars in events like skateboarding which was newly introduced in the Olympics.

One of the best Olympic stories is Jesse Owens in the 1936 Berlin Olympics. He, an African - American athlete, defied Hitler's Aryan supremacy ideology by winning four gold medals. His victories were a powerful statement against discrimination.

One great Olympic success story is Usain Bolt. He dominated the sprinting events in multiple Olympics. His lightning - fast speed and charisma made him a global star. He set world records that seemed almost unbeatable, like his 100 - meter and 200 - meter dash records, which inspired a generation of athletes to strive for excellence in track and field.

One sad Olympic story is about Eric Moussambani. He was from Equatorial Guinea. In the 2000 Sydney Olympics, he was in the 100m freestyle. He had only learned to swim a few months before. He swam so slowly that he was almost alone in the pool, but his determination was very inspiring. He became a symbol of the Olympic spirit in a way, yet his story also shows the lack of resources in some areas for sports training.

One of the famous Olympic love stories is that of Kerri Strug and her coach. During the 1996 Olympics, Kerri Strug was injured but still managed to complete her vault with great determination. Her coach's support and belief in her was like a form of love. It was a love for the sport and a love between a coach and an athlete that led to that amazing moment in Olympic history.