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Shot-Putter Nelson Makes Third Olympics

Shot-putter Adam Nelson has been picked to participate in the Olympics for a third time. In the final round of the shot put in Eugene, Ore., this weekend, he took third place with a 20.89-meter toss. Nelson is a two-time Olympic silver medalist.

Shot-Putter Nelson Makes Third Olympics

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Gusty Wind Steals Gay's 100-Meter Record

In the U.S. Track and Field Olympic Trials in Eugene, Ore., Tyson Gay qualified for the Beijing games by winning the 100 meters. His time was 9.68 seconds. It doesn't qualify as a world record because it was run with the help of the wind.

Gusty Wind Steals Gay's 100-Meter Record

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Olympic Hopefuls Compete at Track and Field Trials

The U.S. Track and Field Olympic Trials began Friday and run through July 6 at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. Athletes must finish in the top three in their events in order to qualify for the Beijing Olympics in August.

Olympic Hopefuls Compete at Track and Field Trials

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Athlete Prepares for Third Olympics

Adam Nelson heads into this weekend's track and field trials with more than an Olympic berth at stake. As he prepares to qualify for the Beijing Summer Games — his third Olympics — he knows it's probably his last chance for an elusive gold medal.

Athlete Prepares for Third Olympics

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Profiles: Bound For Beijing

Doping Scandals Cast Shadow on Athletic Success

Two-time Olympic silver medalist Adam Nelson, a shot-putter who is aiming for gold in Beijing this summer, says the temptation for athletes to dope is strong. But, he says, he has avoided performance-enhancing drugs and finds audiences' suspicions frustrating.

Doping Scandals Cast Shadow on Athletic Success

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Tiger's Injury Leaves Questions About Return

Tiger Woods' dramatic win at the U.S. Open Monday continues to resonate this week. Now Woods is undergoing season-ending knee surgery — and the one athlete who can generate buzz in any workplace, bar or coffee shop is on the shelf.

Tiger's Injury Leaves Questions About Return

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Big Sunday for Superstars Woods and Bryant

Tiger Woods and Kobe Bryant are both at the top of their game. Woods enters the final round of the U.S. Open in the lead, after a magical day of play Saturday. And Bryant plays in the NBA finals, where his L.A. Lakers trail the Boston Celtics, 3-1.

Big Sunday for Superstars Woods and Bryant

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Celtics Make History, But Can the Lakers?

Boston came back from a 24 point deficit in last night's championship game to take a three to one lead in the NBA finals. It was the biggest comeback in the recorded history of the finals. L.A. would need to make history too to capture the title.

Celtics Make History, But Can the Lakers?

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Ex-Referee Says 2002 NBA Playoff Was Rigged

A former referee at the center of a gambling scandal has alleged that NBA referees rigged a 2002 playoff series to force it to seven games. Tim Donaghy also says the NBA routinely encouraged referees to ring up bogus fouls to manipulate results but ignore calls against star players.

Ex-Referee Says 2002 NBA Playoff Was Rigged

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NBA Finals: Clutch Win for Lakers in Game 3

The Los Angeles Lakers — on their home court — racked up their first win against the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals on Tuesday. The Celtics are still ahead in the best-of-seven series, with two victories.

NBA Finals: Clutch Win for Lakers in Game 3

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NBA Finals: Celtics, Lakers to Meet in 1987 Rematch

It will be just like old times when the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics meet Thursday in the first game of the NBA finals. The Celtics are back in the finals for the first time since losing to the Lakers in 1987.

NBA Finals: Celtics, Lakers to Meet in 1987 Rematch

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Profiles: Bound For Beijing

Athlete Tries Hypnotism in Quest for Olympic Gold

U.S. shot-putter Adam Nelson, a two-time Olympic silver medalist, is willing to try anything — legal — to win gold at this summer's games in Beijing. That includes sports hypnotherapy, in which he visualizes success in the shot-put circle.

Athlete Tries Hypnotism in Quest for Olympic Gold

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High-Profile Track Coach Goes on Trial

Former track coach Trevor Graham goes on trial Monday in San Francisco on charges he lied to federal investigators. Several prominent athletes coached by Graham have been banned for steroid use.

High-Profile Track Coach Goes on Trial

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Profiles: Bound For Beijing

Shot-Putter Changes Technique Ahead of Olympics

U.S. shot-putter Adam Nelson is training for the upcoming U.S. Olympic trials, where he hopes to qualify for his third Olympic Games. But in his quest for a gold medal, he's tweaking his technique in what may be a risky move.

Shot-Putter Changes Technique Ahead of Olympics

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No More Penalties in NFL Spy Scandal

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has issued no new penalties after reviewing a new batch of tapes turned over by a former New England Patriots video assistant. The Patriots were previously fined and stripped of a top draft choice.

No More Penalties in NFL Spy Scandal

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