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Sochi 2014 Launches Mascot Design Search

September 2nd, 2010

The Sochi 2014 Organizing Committee has officially opened a national competition in Russia to design a mascot for the Sochi 2014 Paralympic Games

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Australia’s Trickett comes out of retirement

September 2nd, 2010

Triple Olympic gold medalist Libby Trickett is coming out of retirement in hopes of representing Australia in swimming at the 2012 London games. Trickett, 25, told an Australian television network she realized in the she wasn't quite ready to stop competing.

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Vlašić toughens up in face of adversity

September 2nd, 2010

Off-track distractions and even more drama on it have made 2010 the most challenging season of Blanka Vlašić's career. But she has emerged a stronger person and competitor, which she plans to show her hometown fans at the Continental Cup.

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Usain Bolt and Tyson Gay: arch-enemies?

September 2nd, 2010

Usain Bolt spoke to BBC Radio on Wednesday, and what he said about Tyson Gay falls under the category of "verbally explosive."

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Gay wins 100m at World Challenge

September 2nd, 2010

American sprinter Tyson Gay ran 9.92 seconds to win the 100 meters at the Zagreb World Challenge, leaving Jamaican rival Nesta Carter trailing in second in 10.07.

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Basketball Worlds roundup: Undefeated U.S. routs Tunisia

September 2nd, 2010

A roundup of all the action from day six of the 2010 Basketball World Championship in Turkey.

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Basketball Worlds: No dancers during host nation’s games

September 2nd, 2010

Dancers have been told to stop performing in games involving host nation Turkey at the 2010 Basketball World Championship.

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FIBA Worlds Daily Three: U.S. undefeated, still not unstoppable

September 2nd, 2010

All 24 teams were in action at the 2010 World Championship on Wednesday. Here are three quick takeaways from a hectic day of hoops in Turkey:

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Cheerleaders cover up for Iran vs. United States

September 2nd, 2010

Cheerleaders donned black leggings and white T-shirts for a World Championship basketball match between Iran and the United States in Istanbul on Wednesday to respect cultural sensitivities.

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Basketball Worlds roundup: U.S. 4-0 after win over Iran

September 2nd, 2010

A roundup of all the action from day five at the 2010 Basketball World Championship in Turkey.

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