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Usain Bolt: ultimate showman delivers unforgettable Olympic moment, againUsain Bolt won the 100 meters at the London Olympics Sunday in stunning fashion, once again showing that he is at his best when the stakes are highest. All eyes turn to the 200 meters.
Olympic medal count: Inspiring performances from abroadThere was plenty to talk about from US athletes this weekend at the London Games. But Great Britain and Jamaica were also strong, and China came back to overtake the Americans.
Michael Phelps retired: Will he change his mind before Rio Olympics?Michael Phelps has said Saturday's race at the London Olympics was his last as a professional swimmer. But many other elite athletes have tried to retire on top and failed.聽
Usain Bolt and Jamaica: Have they left US Olympic sprinters behind?Jamaican sprinters took gold and bronze in the 100 meters Saturday, and the men, headlined by Usain Bolt, are hoping for a sweep Sunday at the London Olympics. 聽
London 2012 synchronized swimming duet competition kicks off with AmericansLondon 2012 synchronized swimming: Americans Mary Killman and Mariya Koroleva have only swam together for a year and today they聽were the first duet to perform in preliminary competition.
Michael Phelps: Will his Olympic medal records ever be broken?Sure, everyone loves a bit of Michael Phelps hyperbole, but it is almost inconceivable that his Olympic career gold and total-medal marks could be broken in any foreseeable future. 聽聽
Jessica Ennis and the night Britain's Olympics all became worth itBritain had a big night at the Olympic Stadium Saturday, winning three golds including one for Jessica Ennis, the British face of the London Games.聽
Oscar Pistorius achieves Olympic dream, advances to 400-meter semifinalDouble-amputee Oscar Pistorius raced in a heat for the 400 meter sprint at the London Olympics Friday, making history and more 鈥� finishing second to move on to the semifinal Sunday.- More than a game: when North Korea meets S. Korea at Olympic ping-pongSouth Korea prevailed over North Korea in Olympic ping-pong today. It's one of the few contests between the bitter rivals where they're fairly evenly matched.
Roger Federer, in three-set marathon, shows the heart of an OlympianRoger Federer won the longest tennis match in Olympic history today. He's a sporting legend, but what truly sets him apart is his sporting spirit.
With golden finish, Michael Phelps passes torch to America's rising starsMichael Phelps won his last individual race, the 100-meter butterfly, on a night when two of America's rising stars, Missy Franklin and Katie Ledecky, also took gold.- Wait ... that's an Olympic event?Olympic race walking doesn't get a lot of love. But the sport聽 鈥� and the looks top competitors get when training 鈥� are tough.
- 2012 Olympic quiz, Part II: Are you a gold medalist?
This summer鈥檚 Olympics in London, now through Aug. 12, provides an opportunity for you to test your Olympic aptitude by taking the second 25-question installment of our quiz. Did you medal in the first Olympic quiz (see the link below)? If you get 15 or more right on this one, consider yourself medal-worthy.
- 2012 Olympic quiz, Part II: Are you a gold medalist?
This summer鈥檚 Olympics in London, now through Aug. 12, provides an opportunity for you to test your Olympic aptitude by taking the second 25-question installment of our quiz. Did you medal in the first Olympic quiz (see the link below)? If you get 15 or more right on this one, consider yourself medal-worthy.
Venezuelan fencer rides wave of Olympic-gold-glory 鈥� on public transportationAt a time when the Olympic games are criticized for turning into a billion-dollar affair, Venezuela's Ruben Limardo's choice to take the Tube, instead of a chauffeured car, received praise.
London 2012 shot put signals weekend packed with track and fieldLondon 2012 shot put: American 海角大神 Cantwell finished fifth in the qualifying rounds for men's shot put Friday. The finals will be Friday at 3:30 p.m.
Kayla Harrison: first-ever gold for US judo forged from adversityKayla Harrison was sexually abused by her coach as a teenager, but finding support and love in a new setting helped turn around her life and set her on a path to Olympic judo gold Thursday.
Michael Phelps: What did he say to Ryan Lochte before final race?Michael Phelps has said he is retiring after the London Olympics, making Thursday's 200 IM his last race against Ryan Lochte. It was a good night for the Americans all around.
Olympics basketball: US men's team blows by Nigeria, 156-73Carmelo Anthony scored 37 points, shattering the Olympic record for points in a game.
Gabby Douglas: from high 'maintenance' gymnast to Olympic championA year ago, Gabby Douglas wasn't seen as a potential Olympic all-around gymnastics champion. But the London Games have confirmed her meteoric rise into gymnastics' elite.
