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A year after capturing the World Cup, the U.S. women's soccer team is looking to win another prestigious crown. On Sunday, the defending Olympic champions put themselves one game away from the gold medal, defeating Brazil 1-0 and advancing to Thursday’s final against Norway. Brazil's defense targeted U.S. forward Mia Hamm, but Hamm prevailed, scoring the game's only goal in the 60th minute.
Day at a Glance: Running in the rain
Results:Sept. 23 | Soccer
Photo Gallery: Shots of the Day | Weather
Barber Fashion Report: Very hip, very trendy
Quiz: Women's diving
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Redemption
Russian Svetlana Khorkina won her first gold of the Games in the uneven bars finals. It came after she passed on a chance to redeem herself on the vault, the event that ruined her night during all-arounds.
Gymnastics Results | Gymnastics Coverage
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Easy does it
Australian Cathy Freeman ran through a heavy rain to victory in her semifinal of the women's 400 meters. Michael Johnson ran cautiously in his semifinal but easily qualified for the final.
Results | Track and field coverage
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