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Simone Biles wins fourth gold at Rio Olympics

Her five medals tie the most for an American woman in a single Olympics, and her four golds tie an Olympic record shared by only three others.

Medals will be handed out today in women’s floor exercise, men’s diving, men’s high jump, sailing and more.

Wayde van Niekerk was the latest athlete to be questioned after breaking Michael Johnson’s 17-year-old world record in the 400-meter final.

Darya Klishina will be allowed to compete despite an attempted ban by the IAAF.

Shaunae Miller prevents Allyson Felix from a fifth gold medal.

by Paul Newberry August 15, 2016

The women’s open water race will be remembered for disqualification more than Rio’s dirty water.

by LISA DILLMAN August 15, 2016August 15, 2016

The Olympic all-around champion already has three golds and was attempting to become the first female gymnast to win five in a single Olympics.

by DAVID BAUDER August 15, 2016

Through midday Monday, U.S. women had earned a total of 34 medals in Rio de Janeiro, 16 of them gold.

Updates and highlights from the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio.

by BRIAN MAHONEY August 15, 2016August 15, 2016

It’s easy to hate Mike Krzyzewski and Geno Auriemma – except when they’re heading up the gold medal favorites.