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Who says you need to be an elite athlete to enjoy the Summer Olympics? Kick back on the couch, put your feet up, and get ready to giggle—no sweating required.

We’ve scoured the internet for the best memes from the 2024 Paris Olympic Games so you don’t have to. Whether you’re in the mood for some comedy gold or simply need a break from judging ripped Olympians while you chow down on pizza, these hilarious memes are guaranteed winners.
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23 Olympic Memes That Are Totally Gold Medal-Worthy

Dive into the lighter side of the 2024 Paris Olympics with this list of hilarious memes.

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World’s Worst Baseball Players Arrested After Bat Theft

Crime doesn’t pay. Neither did a trio of felons who were running a crime ring in which they stole baseball bats worth almost $4000. But was the reason they did it in the first place that they didn’t play ball?

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Raccoon Breaks Record For Sucking At Soccer

If you were on a soccer field for almost three minutes and didn’t score, defend, or even touch the ball, a coach would lecture you about effort. Raquinho the Raccoon, on the other hand, is being hailed as a hero for some reason.

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Spill the Beans: Jason Kelce Loses His Super Bowl Ring Inside a Giant Pool of Chili

While participating in something called The Lombaby Games, retired NFL player Jason Kelce hid his Super Bowl ring in a wading pool filled with skyline chili. The ring was lost, teaching us an important lesson about putting valuable objects inside a hot tub filled with chili.

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Are Women Now Better at Basketball Than Men? Capitalism Says Yes

We all know money runs the world. And since the NCAA Women’s Final Four is now commanding top dollar on the resale market, maybe it’s time to admit women run March Madness.

This is exactly how you feel when people talk to you about baseball Unsplash/Chris Chow

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Opening Day of Baseball Season - How to Pretend Like You Care

Opening Day makes baseball fans forget how boring baseball is to other people. Here’s a few tips to keep you from having to explain why you’re not a fan.

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Snack Attack! UN-Professional Fighter Bites Opponent, Tastes Defeat

It’s the meal-good story of the year! A recent UFC fight had to be stopped when one fighter decided to turn his opponent into a midnight snack! I’ve got a MUNCH he won’t be trying that again soon! Before I forget; CANNIBALISM!

I love what you've done with the greenhouse. Also when did we get a greenhouse? Unsplash/Anthony Tran

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How to Use This Weekend’s March Madness Upset Loss to Your Advantage

Sure your favorite team got upset in the big March Madness basketball tournament this past weekend. Here’s a few tips to help you exploit your misfortune for your own personal gain.

One of the 18,000 mulletted Jaromir Jagr bobbleheads being held captive in an unkown location. Pittsburgh Penguins

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Pittsburgh Pirated: Penguins Bobbleheads Go Missing

18,000 pilfered Pittsburgh Penguins bobbleheads are agreeably nodding their heads somewhere other than where they were supposed to be after a robbery

Steven here has no idea which team he picked to win this game Unsplash/Linkedin Sales Solutions

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March Madness: Some Facts About the Weirdos Watching the Games With You

People like to pretend that trivia about which school has won the most NCAA championships is a fun fact. That’s not fun - it’s just a fact. Here are a few things to expect from the real madness - the people watching the games with you.

2024 medals which may or may not be filled with chocolate. olympics/Instagram

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Paris 2024 Unveils Historic Medals Infused With Eiffel Tower

Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic medals will feature a piece of the Eiffel Tower, symbolizing the fusion of athletic achievement with French heritage. This innovative design aims to provide a historic prize for athletes, and to weaken the Eiffel Tower until it collapses.

"Don't jump!" Taghi Askari preparing to dive at the Doha 2024 World Aquatic Championships World Aquatics

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Suicidal? 100-Year-Old Man Plunges to his Depth

100-year-old Taghi Askari dives at Doha 2024 World Aquatic Championships. This former competitive diver and centenarian had previously retired from diving in 1983, but joined the Doha competition to dive again at the age of 100.

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What’s so Funny About Football? Comedians Kicking the Pigskin

Watch Chris Distefano, Jenny Slate, Andrew Schulz, and some of the best quarterbacks in standup comedy tackle the national pastime of football, without a fumble, interception, or turnover, but maybe the occasional penalty… because who doesn’t love flags?

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Three Fans Navigate Soaring Ticket Prices to Maintain Super Bowl Streak

The “Never Miss a Super Bowl Club,” down to three members, faced a threat to their streak due to high ticket prices for Super Bowl 58. Verizon’s intervention with free tickets ensured their reunion, continuing a tradition of witnessing every Super Bowl since 1967.

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Police Stop Man Running with Fridge on His Back in Guinness World Record Attempt

Police stopped Daniel Fairbrother, a British man, while training to break the world record for the fastest marathon while carrying a fridge, all to raise funds for Diabetes UK. His endeavor has gone viral, significantly boosting donations to his cause.

In the world of professional sports, where physical prowess and mental strength are paramount, athletes often turn to peculiar rituals to gain a psychological edge. We delve into the fascinating realm of these unusual practices, from the mildly quirky to the outright bizarre. Erik Drost/Flickr

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10 Strangest Sports Superstitions

In the world of professional sports, where physical prowess and mental strength are paramount, athletes often turn to peculiar rituals to gain a psychological edge. We delve into the fascinating realm of these unusual practices, from the mildly quirky to the outright bizarre.

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Kansas State Wildcats Feast on Mascot in Pop-Tarts Bowl Triumph

In the inaugural Pop-Tarts Bowl, the Wildcats secured a victory over the NC State Wolfpack & celebrated by feasting on the game’s mascot. The postgame ritual involved the mascot descending into a toaster, emerging perfectly cooked, and then was enjoyed by players & coaches.

Paragliding On Scooter YouTube Screenshot / Punjab Spectrum Live

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Paragliding on Wheels in India is a High-Flying Stunt

A skilled paraglider has wowed crowds by combining paragliding with electric mobility and soaring through the skies on an electric scooter. The daring feat has captured attention on social media, aiming to inspire adventure enthusiasts to explore innovative extreme sports.