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Greene brings relay gold back to US

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SYDNEY, Sept 30 (AFP) - Olympic 100 meter champion Maurice Greene collected his second gold of the Games when he anchored the American 4x100meters team to victory on Saturday night.

The Americans clocked 37.61secs ahead of Brazil (37.90) and Cuba (38.04)

It was a sweet moment for Greene, who led America to their 15th 4x100m Olympic title.

"I'm bringing the gold back to the United States. It is hugely important the relay gold returns to America," he said.

Four years ago the United States were beaten by Canada for the sprint relay title - the only time they have been beaten across the line. Their two other defeats were through disqualification.

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