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Olympics and Paralympics

Former U swimmer Bowe Becker wins gold in 4x100 freestyle relay

Former U swimmer Bowe Becker wins gold in 4x100 freestyle relay

Caeleb Dressel gave the U.S. a lead it never relinquished, swimming the first leg in a blistering 47.26 seconds. Blake Pieroni and former Gopher Bowe Becker kept the Americans out front before Zach Apple turned in an anchor leg of 46.69 to leave no doubt at the end.
by The Associated Press

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How a U.S. Olympic pair keeps going after one tests positive for the coronavirus in Tokyo

How a U.S. Olympic pair keeps going after one tests positive for the coronavirus in Tokyo

When a U.S. beach volleyball player tested positive for the coronavirus, his teammate needed to find another partner before their first Olympic match. It was devastating but they're continuing to fight.
by Merrit Kennedy

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Olympic and Paralympic moms face big obstacles to compete. They're demanding change

Olympic and Paralympic moms face big obstacles to compete. They're demanding change

Scores of mothers competing in the Olympics and Paralympics are speaking out about the challenges they face as working mothers in sports. Some are using their platform to make a change.
by Leila Fadel

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Russians top Americans in Olympic women's gymnastics qualifying

Russians top Americans in Olympic women's gymnastics qualifying

While Simone Biles topped the all-around qualifying with teammate Sunisa Lee close behind in third, the Americans ended their session looking up at another name on the scoreboard in the team standings for the first time since 2010.
by The Associated Press

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'Rebel' skateboarding is ready for its Olympic debut in Tokyo

'Rebel' skateboarding is ready for its Olympic debut in Tokyo

Skateboarding is ready for its time to shine at the Tokyo Olympics. Competitors will show off the skills they developed in the streets and skateparks around the world, and the hope is that they attract younger fans to watch the Games.
by Mandalit del Barco

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Bird, Alvarez chosen to carry U.S. flag at opening ceremony

Bird, Alvarez chosen to carry U.S. flag at opening ceremony

Four-time Olympic women's basketball gold medalist Sue Bird and baseball player Eddy Alvarez have been chosen as USA flag bearers for the opening ceremony of the Olympics. They are the first duo to share the honor of leading the delegation into the ceremony.
by The Associated Press

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