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6/30/2020

 
More Pride: Sarka Pancochova and Maarten Hurkmans provide more perspective as Pride Month closes.
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It is pride month! And it’s time to be loud and proud of being ourselves!!! And also fight for the right things like marriage equality! Come on Czech Republic let’s make it happen! #marriageequality #lgbtq #lgbt #proud #staytruetoyourself #lesbian #marriage #equality #

A post shared by Sarka Pancochova (@sarkasnow) on Jun 29, 2020 at 8:01am PDT

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Are you your unapologetic self? ⠀ ⠀ Everyone that knows me will say that I’m very unapologetically me. I have a clear presence, you can always read my mood straight of my face, and I can be the absolute worst morning person. I am also bisexual, something that I consider to be an important part of who I am.⠀ ⠀ For many people, sexuality is not something to consider much. However, for many LGBTQ+ people, a lot of time and anxiety can go into discovering, accepting and reconciling themselves with their sexuality. I am very lucky to have been brought up by amazing parents in an open and accepting environment, and luckily, I have never experienced my sexuality as much of a burden. Not everyone shares my experience though. ⠀ ⠀ It can be hard to come out, especially in sports. Not many elite athletes identify as LGBTQ+ and there are few role models to look up to and show that it doesn’t matter and it’s nothing to be ashamed of. I am 2.01m, 110kgs, proud of who I am, and I row at the elite level. To many, I do not fit the stereotype, but I do want to be an example to anyone that feels like they can’t be their true self.⠀ ⠀ Identifying as part of the LGBTQ+ community does not make you less masculine, or able to compete and win. In the end, we all line up at the same starting line with the same anticipation as we endure those final minutes before the start. Equally tense and ready for the green light. ⠀ ⠀ #pride

A post shared by Maarten Hurkmans (@maartenhurkmans) on Jun 29, 2020 at 4:19am PDT


Pita Taufatofua goes into hiding.
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When my coach comes to wake me up for training in the morning... #NotTodayCoach #YoullNeverFindMe #OutHunting #forclothes

A post shared by Pita Taufatofua (@pita_tofua) on Jun 29, 2020 at 4:14pm PDT

Track hunk Valdo Szucs goes tropical for his birthday.
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Quarter of a century. She took me to a tropical island □. Thank you for a special birthday @amberlazzaro ❤️ #25 #birthday #love #celebration #happy

A post shared by Valdó Szűcs (@valdo_szucs) on Jun 29, 2020 at 3:32pm PDT

Luccas Mesinas lives the California surf life.
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Seguimos dandole duro a los entrenamientos con mi coach de California, quiero agradecer a @dinersclubpe por hacer estos entrenamientos posibles â–¡â–¡

A post shared by Lucca Mesinas (@luccamesinas) on Jun 29, 2020 at 4:40pm PDT

Athlete Worth Watching

6/30/2020

 
Privel Hinkati hopes to make a mark, while setting history, for Benin at Tokyo 2020.
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Pride and Disgrace

6/30/2020

 
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A friend of mine called after reading this article. He was particularly inspired by the strength of my inner circle and a conversation I had with @andersoncooper in 2016 that changed everything for me. I’m so honored (and grateful) that my story gave someone else the strength to not only express his own truth, but to then pay it forward by encouraging someone else struggling with their decision to come out. It is not a sign of weakness to lean on others in this life. Link to this article is in my bio. #pride #pridemonth #andersoncooper

A post shared by Brian Boitano (@brianboitano) on Jun 29, 2020 at 11:16am PDT

In a close to Pride Month, Brian Boitano opens up to Team USA and Nick McCarvel on his coming out from 2013, and his reflections since.

Inside the Games: Here's a pretty good synopsis of the damning Netflix documentary Athlete A, detailing abuse and mistreatment of U.S. gymnasts at the hands of Dr. Larry Nassar and USA Gymnastics. Identified as the titular Athlete A, world champion Maggie Nichols shares her story amongst other principals, and one finishes the film with such a desire for the ability to go back in time and fix it all.
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Tokyo 2020: Does it matter if I want the Games to happen?

A Little Monday Roundup

6/29/2020

 
Snowboarding Pride: Torment Magazine took Pride Month to profile four snowboarders and their public coming out, including Tanner Pendleton, Kennedi Deck, Chad Unger, and Jill Perkins. Congrats to them and to Torment​!
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Will an Olympic Host Site Change it's name? The #BlackLivesMatter movement has certainly created more awareness and sensitivity around culturally inappropriate monuments and place names. For those of us paying attention and eager to learn, it's been eye-opening at times. One such instance that hits the Olympic family is the site of the 1960 Winter Olympics, a once little-known North Lake Tahoe resort in California that has become world-famous for recreational and competitive skiing. Kudos to the resort for voicing its own concern amidst current prompting for it; certainly it's no easy task to rename a resort of such stature.
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The New York Times checks in once more with Tokyo 2020 hopeful gymnast Sunisa Lee working through a tumultuous year.

More gymnastics: Kohei Uchimura not defending his all-around title at a home Tokyo 2020 Games would certainly open up that competition.

Best wishes for a speedy recovery to half marathon champion Geoffery Kamworor, who was hit by a motorcycle last week while training and underwent surgery for a number of injuries.

Frustrating story out of India, as Sanjita Chanu receives her 2018 Arjuna Award for outstanding sport achievement in India...after the International Weightlifting Federation admits mistake in suspending her for doping violations. While her record is cleared, she has missed Tokyo 2020 qualification, amongst other damages, for which she will seek just compensation.
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The Olympic Channel profiles Linoy Ashram, who is gunning for a first-ever medal for Israel in gymnastics at Tokyo 2020.

Star canoeist Jenny Eagan talks gender equity ahead of a potential Tokyo 2020 run with Tokyo 2020.
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Retired judo star Salima Souakri continues making a mark in Algeria.

Weekend Social Recap

6/29/2020

 
Dylan Moscovitch, Eric Radford, Adam Rippon, Robbie Rogers, and Rommel Pacheco are just a few among many Olympians celebrating Pride Month.
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Love is love □️‍□⁠ .⁠ Happy #pride2020 !!!

A post shared by Dylan Moscovitch (@dylan.moscovitch) on Jun 28, 2020 at 9:01am PDT

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“The past cannot be changed. The future is yet in your power” During this month of Pride, waves of change have swept the world. Things are no longer as they were and a new level of awareness is taking hold- an awareness of how the fabric of our society is delicate and intricate and needs to be strengthened with more empathy, understanding and most importantly action. I recently watched a movie about the AIDS crisis called “The Normal Heart”. Watching how generations of LGBTQ+ men and women struggled and paved a path forward struck me deeply and made me feel even more grateful for the life I am able to live today. This post is about how we have the power to change the future for the best, that our struggles today will change the world for future generations and hopefully make it a better place. My own fear and uncertainty about coming out was instantly silenced when I received a message like the one posted here. It made all of my struggles worth it. The problems we face are big and can make us feel powerless, but we are stronger than we think. If we can love, listen and learn, then we will be able to unite and act to forge a better future. And I promise you...it will be worth it! Happy Pride! #pride #happypridemonth #loveislove #bethechange #olympics #beyou #wearestrong

A post shared by Eric Radford (@ericradford85) on Jun 27, 2020 at 12:19pm PDT

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Happy #pride to everyone! In this picture I am 18 years old. I was still too scared to come out of the closet and, from the looks of it, too scared to cut my hair. ALSO THIS POSE?! A lot to digest in one photo. This look wouldn’t have been possible without this T-shirt I remember getting (AND LOVING) at Armani exchange for $10 and wore everyday. ❤️□□□□□□□

A post shared by Adam Rippon (@adaripp) on Jun 28, 2020 at 2:53pm PDT

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Love is love. #pride?

A post shared by Robbie Rogers (@robbierogers) on Jun 28, 2020 at 10:07am PDT

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Saben por qué en el arcoiris hay muchos colores?? Para que puedas escoger el que más te acomode. □️‍□LOVE IS LOVE y no se diga más □ ❤️□□□□□□ #AllTypesOfLove Mi cariño, apoyo y sobretodo respeto a toda la comunidad LGBTQ+ que tanto ha luchado por lo que muchos queremos, un mundo sin distinciones. Me siento orgulloso de ser embajador de @reebokmx que siempre apoya la diversidad. □️‍□ #Aliado #Pride #SportTheUnexpected

A post shared by Rommel Pacheco (@rommel_pacheco) on Jun 27, 2020 at 5:11pm PDT

Yulimar Rojas stares down doubters.
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Oleg Verniaiev hangs out with fellow gymnasts.
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Лучшее окончание рабочей недели,это сауна □ Всем хороших выходных ❤️

A post shared by Oleg Verniaiev (@verniaiev13) on Jun 27, 2020 at 8:24am PDT

It's Handstand Day in Yona Knight-Wisdom's shower.
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As you can see, I’m beginning to lose my mind... LET ME BACK IN THE DIVING POOL □□ But happy handstand day guys □

A post shared by Yona Knight-Wisdom (@yonakw) on Jun 27, 2020 at 4:22am PDT

Thomas Roehler goes outside for a weekend workout.
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Track or gym day? What’s your mission? □ #weekendworkout #javelinthrow #leichtathletik #neverstopworking #motivationforlife

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James Heatly doesn't need a shirt to paint.
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Keeping it lumpy â–¡

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Adam Peaty serves up more thirst.
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It’s mad how fast a year goes. Looking forward to being back in Japan □□ (hopefully next year)

A post shared by Adam Peaty MBE (@adam_peaty) on Jun 27, 2020 at 8:32am PDT

Dafne Schippers hits the beach.
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Yesterday’s beautiful sunset at the beach of Zeeland ☀️□□

A post shared by Dafne Schippers (@dafne_schippers) on Jun 27, 2020 at 12:28am PDT

Stefanos Tsitsipas gets artsy.
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Simple daily habits; such as being out in the nature or reading a good book. Do things that will inspire you and make you want to seek the very best of you. Stop following trends and pretends, do what feels good for your very own self. Live life with authenticity and by being true to yourself. Ignite the fire that’s hiding within you. Leave your mark and create a testimony that matters. I have a question for you. Are you doing what you truly want to do in life?

A post shared by Stefanos Tsitsipas (@stefanostsitsipas98) on Jun 27, 2020 at 9:20am PDT

Piotr Lisek goes for a run.
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Nie mów jakie masz poglądy co jest dla Ciebie wartościowe... wypij sobie kawkę i po prostu pójdź na wybory. Każdy głos mówi sam za siebie o tym kim jesteśmy □ 28.06.2020

A post shared by Piotr Lisek (@piotr.lisek.pv) on Jun 27, 2020 at 2:52am PDT

Daniele and Enrico Garozzo hang out.
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In questo 2020 sta succedendo di tutto: prima la Pandemia, poi l’annullamento delle Olimpiadi ed ora mio fratello addivintau cchiu siccu di mia (è diventato più magro di me), ho perso ogni riferimento non so più cosa aspettarmi. Forse la Lazio Campione d’Italia?!?□#guforeale□

A post shared by Daniele Garozzo (@daniele_garozzo92) on Jun 27, 2020 at 11:20am PDT

Jorge Urena takes on a medicine ball.
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Ya empieza a haber alguna competición en el calendario para este verano. Así que, vamos a por otra semana!□

A post shared by JORGE UREÑA (@jorge_onil3) on Jun 29, 2020 at 5:47am PDT

Taekwondo star Karol Robak styles on the phone.
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â–¡â–¡â–¡ Pod telefonem nawet na Hawajach â–¡ _______ #honolulu #hawaii #holiday #sunglasses #rayban #phone #poznan #outfits #smile #armando #buisness #menstyle #hehe

A post shared by Karol Robak (@karolrobak) on Jun 27, 2020 at 11:26am PDT

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