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Herald's bumper Olympics quiz: Are you Usain Bolt or Eric the Eel?

Know the difference between Michael Phelps and Michael Johnson? Prove it with our quiz.

Meltdown TV: Disgust over network's 'inappropriate' Olympics coverage

When Team Ukraine entered the stadium, one network aired ... a pic of Chernobyl.

'Totally inappropriate': Korean TV Olympics broadcast blasted

When Ukraine was introduced, for example, an image of Chernobyl appeared.

Andrew Alderson: The Kiwi athletes and teams who could make Olympic history

OPINION: Kiwi athletes and teams are preparing to cross pioneering frontiers

'Olympic icon': Tonga's flag-bearer steals the show, once again

It is the third Olympic opening ceremony appearance for the hulking Pita Taufatofua.

Phil Gifford: My 5 to watch at Olympics today

Rowing, swimming, cycling, hockey and gymnastics highlight Phil Gifford's Olympic picks.

Our first medal chance: All you need to know about today's Olympic action

The 2020 Tokyo Olympics officially began last night, and now it ramps up.

12 to watch: Kiwi cyclist chasing New Zealand's first medal

Five years on, cyclist George Bennett's better prepared to shoot for a medal in Tokyo.

'Do as much as possible in your lifetime': Athlete training for sixth Special Olympics

Determined athlete Rebecca Heath is competing for her sister this year in Hamilton.

A new breed of Kiwi footballing heroes: Why Oly Whites' win was special

OPINION: The Oly Whites were big outsiders at the TAB, and there were good reasons.

Treasure hunt: Tracking down NZ's Olympic gold medals

Seventy-one athletes have won 90 gold medals over 109 years. Where are they now?

Career charts: The Olympic career of Nick Willis

We chart Nick Willis' career from his first heat in 2004 to the Rio Olympics.

'Historic win': How the Oly Whites claimed shock victory in Tokyo

Danny Hay believes the team is going to get even better as the tournament progresses.

As it happened: Kiwis in action as rowing heats begin

Follow all the Olympics action as the rowing heats kick off in Tokyo.

'This is a nightmare': Unvaccinated doctor blamed for Olympic infections

Olympians' dreams ruined after catching a flight to Tokyo with unvaccinated team doctor.

Sore losers: South Korea's rude snub to Kiwi football star

NZ made history at the Olympics - and some of the Kiwis' opponents weren't too pleased.

New Zealand's 25 greatest Olympians: Number 1

We count down New Zealand's greatest Olympians. Today, number 1.

Upset for the ages: Australia claim shock Olympics win

The Olyroos caused a stunning upset against football heavyweights Argentina.