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...some extent, Asia's success in Athens is neither new nor surprising. Japan's swimmers were famous 70 years ago; its male gymnasts, winners of the team gold this year, once dominated the sport. But China's dazzling performance points to a new reality?and not just in sports. The determination of the Chinese authorities to harvest athletic talent speaks to a sense of purpose that is making itself felt everywhere from beach volleyball to bioengineering...
...Vezzali faced off against No. 2 Giovanna Trillini in the women's individual foil final last week, they weren't merely dueling for gold. They were fighting for the title of top fencer in Jesi, the small Italian town where both grew up. And since Jesi has dominated the sport for more than a decade, being best in town right now means being best in the world. Before Athens, Trillini had won four Olympic golds (three team, one individual) and Vezzali had won three (two team, one individual). On the morning of their duel, held in Helliniko...
Cheering for a loser isn’t easy, no matter what sport you’re following or what team you support. But Red Sox fans have, in large part, abandoned hope of a championship. That is no longer the year’s primary objective...
Inside, Scion aims for the sport-tuner look and basically gets it right. The instrument panel is cleanly laid out; chrome finishes accent the door handles and vent dials. A panorama sunroof, treated to reduce UV rays and interior temperature, lends an airy feel to the tight quarters. Scion rounds out the standard package with air conditioning, cruise control, power windows and mirrors, keyless entry and a 160-watt stereo...
Michael Schumacher's dominance of Formula 1 racing is yawn inducing [July 26]. I grew up a big fan of F1 races and have enjoyed many years following the sport. Unfortunately, as more and more high-tech auto innovations were allowed, I began to lose interest. The racing was getting sterile, even boring. Now, with almost zero competition among the cars and drivers, you can count me as one whose interest is nonexistent. LARRY BOLT Fort Collins, Colo...