Olympics lack Pokemon Go thrills in Rio village
In Rio de Janeiro players in the Olympic village report no access to Pokemon Go as Niantic delays Brazil release. Athletes adapt, with some choosing training and socializing over downtime gaming while officials cite ongoing fixes and no link to Zika.
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Ledecky prioritizes racing goals over others' expectations
US swimmer Katie Ledecky says she will focus on her own racing goals and not be swayed by anyone else’s expectations. She emphasizes personal targets and ongoing training ahead of competitions.
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Phelps headlines Rio bid in competition for final gold
The piece profiles Michael Phelps aiming for a last Olympic gold push in Rio 2016 after a comeback and family life, with rivals like Ryan Lochte and Katie Ledecky noted. It highlights Usain Bolt anticipation, Zika concerns, and new sports like golf and rugby sevens as the games approach, plus NBC coverage plans.
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U S Olympians to Watch
Profiles highlight top U S Olympic contenders across gymnastics swimming track and field fencing. Simone Biles aims for multiple golds including all around vault floor and beam while Michael Ledecky targets multiple swimming golds and Allyson Felix pursues sprint glory before an injury setback. Ashton Eaton remains a dominant decathlete and Ibtijah Muhammad makes Olympic hijab history with a medal possibility.
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