Forgotten 1906 Olympics Seen As Savior Of Games
Athens hosts interim Summer Games after 1896 revival amid IOC dispute over recognition. Historians credit 1906 with saving Olympic culture and introducing flags procession and pageantry, while Greek supporters push for full IOC acknowledgment despite Brundage led rejection in 1949.
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IOC delays ruling on stripping 2000 relay medals
The International Olympic Committee postponed a decision on stripping the U S 1600 meter relay team of Sydney gold after Jerome Young’s doping violation, drawing criticism from a track official who called the delay a poor message in the fight against doping. The IAAF recommended penalizing the entire team while the Court of Arbitration for Sport deadline remains Sept 18. the U S Olympic Committee has not indicated appeals.
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Munich
Germany
Sprinter Torri Edwards faces two year doping ban
Sprinter Torri Edwards faces a minimum two year suspension for testing positive to a banned stimulant nikethamide. The IAAF review panel found no exceptional circumstances and forwarded the case to the U S arbitration panel. Edwards may appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
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International Court of Arbitration For Sport
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New York Times
Martinique
Brown confronts shaky U S team ahead of Athens
Belgrade arena witnessed a 78-60 U S win as Larry Brown vented frustration at disinterest and overconfidence in Gen X while plotting a tougher path for Athens. LeBron James hailed growth as Brown acknowledged flaws, noting the squad is lighter on star power but improving in defense and commitment. Brown recalled past golds and warned that world competition has surged since the Dream Team era.
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