Solo called the Swedes ‘a bunch of cowards’ for focusing on defense rather than attacking the three-time defending champion U.S. team.
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Olympic notebook: Feigen issues an apology
Swimmer James Feigen says he omitted facts to police, but maintains a gun was pointed at him in Rio.
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Commentary: College kids should represent the U.S. in the Olympics, not NBA players
The pro athletes are simply too good, and that takes away from the joy of winning.
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Speedo, Ralph Lauren drop sponsorships of swimmer Ryan Lochte
The swimsuit maker will donate $50,000 of Lochte’s fee to Brazil’s Save the Children charity.
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Lochte says ‘immature behavior’ got him into a mess
The medal-winning swimmer said he was still intoxicated when he told the story of a gun pointed at his head.
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Olympics notebook: Fitting finish for U.S. volleyball veteran
Reid Priddy, playing in his fourth Olympics, helps the Americans win a bronze medal.
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Olympics roundup: Shields repeats as boxing champ
Claressa Shields becomes the first American boxer to win two gold medals.
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Rio throws farewell party for 2016 Olympics
Thousands watch the closing ceremony in Maracana Stadium, a finale meant to be one last bash and to signal the transition to the 2020 Summer Olympics in Japan.
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U.S. wins men’s basketball gold, beats Serbia 96-66
It’s the third straight gold medal for the U.S.
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Olympics roundup: Jorgensen gives U.S. first triathlon gold medal
Gwen Jorgensen pulls away from defending champion Nicola Spirig of Switzerland in the final mile.