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Ventre: If history is any indication, Great Britain as the host country will do in 2012 what China did in 2008 – assert itself on the world stage and in the medals race. Full story
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China’s gold medalists to receive $51,000 each
China's gold medal winners at the Beijing Olympics will be taking home cash along with their medals, state media reported Tuesday.
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Eight memorable moments of the Games
Abrahamson: In the spirit of the 2008 Olympics, here are eight memories to take away from Beijing.
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Olympics end with massive TV viewership
NBC Universal smashed yet another historic ratings benchmark: The Beijing Olympics is the most-watched U.S. television event of all time.
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Women's soccer team feels vindicated
"V" is a symbol commonly associated with victory. But for the U.S. Women's Soccer Team, the gold medal earned Friday in grand fashion was all about vindication.
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Olympic fever grows in London
Aug. 24: As Britain celebrates its 47 medals in the Beijing Olympics, organizers of the 2012 games in London are hopeful that there will be plenty to cheer about in four years. NBC’s Jim Maceda reports.
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Big matchups, sports stars and history
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Best of the Olympics
Athletes made big splashes in their triumphant wins and disappointing defeats.
