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 Gold medal-winning speedskater Joey Cheek is a rarity among high-profile athletes -- an activist ready and willing to take a stand. (By Toni L. Sandys -- The Washington Post)
BEIJING 2008 London Wins 2012 Bid_____ From The Post _____  London defeats European rival Paris to bring the games back to the British capital for the first time since 1948. The celebration rages on as Londoners cheer the IOC's decision. A hush falls over France's capital city and the decision is read. In New York, disappointment is tempered by pride in city's effort. _____ On Our Site _____  Video: IOC President Jacques Rogge makes the announcement. Video: The Post's Amy Shipley on the surprise choice. _____ Athens Flashback _____ Flashback: Turin 2006
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U.S. Swimming Championships
Michael Phelps sets a new world record in the 100- meter butterfly, breaking Ian Crocker's 2005 world record by .18 seconds, while Dara Torres wins the 50-meter freestyle.
U.S. Championships Notebook
A neck spasm as he approaches the finish keeps Cullen Jones from winning the 50-meter freestyle final -- and setting an American record -- on Thursday in Indianapolis.
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