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Rio highlights: Usain Bolt defends crown; S. African sets world 400 record

Rio highlights: Usain Bolt defends crown; S. African sets world 400 record

The Jamaican seized the title of "world's fastest man" for the third time, an unprecedented feat. In the men's 400, South African Wayde van Niekirk was not only a surprise winner, he set a world record.
by Greg Myre

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Vikings start preseason against Bengals tonight

Vikings start preseason against Bengals tonight

The Minnesota Vikings begin their preseason tonight against the Cincinnati Bengals.

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Rio highlights: Simone Biles wins all-around; Michael Phelps gets 22nd gold

Rio highlights: Simone Biles wins all-around; Michael Phelps gets 22nd gold

Thursday's theme was American stars battling each other. Biles topped Aly Raisman as they went 1-2 in the women's all-around. Michael Phelps easily defeated Ryan Lochte in their showdown in the pool.
by Greg Myre

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St. Paul sprinter pushed through adversity to race in Rio

St. Paul sprinter pushed through adversity to race in Rio

Emmanuel Matadi was a state champion sprinter in high school and smashed records running for Minnesota State University, Mankato. On Saturday, Matadi will make his Olympic debut in Rio on the Liberian national team.
by Emma Sapong

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'Because I can': cyclist Kristin Armstrong wins third gold medal at age 42

'Because I can': cyclist Kristin Armstrong wins third gold medal at age 42

"For all the moms out there, I hope that this was a very inspiring day," Armstrong said after winning her race and making Olympic history in Rio de Janeiro.

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U.S. swimmers dominate Rio Olympics in exceptional showing

U.S. swimmers dominate Rio Olympics in exceptional showing

Wins by Katie Ledecky and Michael Phelps have helped American swimmers dominate the competition in what is proving to be an exceptional Olympic showing.
by Tom Goldman

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