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Summer Olympics 2012
The 2012 Summer Olympics are here and we're so excited to see the top athletes in the world battle it out for the coveted gold medal. Check out our coverage here, including Team U.S.A.'s ones to watch, the sexiest eye candy in each sport, and all the latest news from London. Let the Games begin!
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Gabby Douglas Wins Sportswoman of the Year Award
The Women’s Sports Foundation honored the gold medalist last night in New York City.
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Aug 14, 2012
Gold, Silver and Bronze Are the New Black
ESSENCE salutes the African-American athletes who triumphed at the London Games.
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Aug 12, 2012
U.S. Women's 4x400m Relay Team Earns Gold
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