Nadia Comaneci steals Olympics spotlight in Montreal
The article notes Nadia Comaneci back in action drawing global attention as the United States leads the medal table in Montreal after three days. It highlights American swimmers John Hencken and Brian Goodell setting world records, East German women dominating, and various medal events across gymnastics, swimming, wrestling, and shooting with notable performances and disappointments.
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Olympian Protest and Records Highlight Montreal Olympics
Egypt and Morocco withdrew in an Afro Arab protest over New Zealand South Africa ties, while Magharby served as boxing referee. Canada’s Prevost predicts poor performance after three early losses. John Hencken Goodell and Petra Thumer set world records en route to golds in breaststroke and freestyle events.
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Canadians hooked by Olympic excitement and costs
Canadians across the country embrace the Olympic Games amid soaring costs. From Montreal to Tuktoyaktuk, excitement rises as fans watch telecasts, with vendors and locals noting the surge in sports interest and front-page coverage.
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US Yugoslavia clash in ABC Olympic coverage tonight
ABC telecasts Olympic action from 7:30 to 11 p.m. EDT with a 11:30 wrapup. The US and Yugoslavia are eyeing medals in basketball while Nadia Comaneci and Olga Korbut vie for individual gymnastics gold. Top finals include Bottom versus Pyttel in the 100 fly and the 800 meter freestyle relay.
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