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They beat the Germans 106-57.4) After everyone declared the American soccer women goners following an opening loss, theyve made it to the finals by beating Japan 4-2. Next up: the Brazilians on Thursday.5) The Americans sweep the 400m hurdles. What does this mean, exactly, beyond having Angelo Taylor, Kerron Clement, and Replica Breitling A2432212-C6-415 Navitimer World Men's Watch Bershawn Jackson take gold, silver, and bronze respectively? It means the track and field events have started in earnest. Time to get ready for more drama.--Alex Crevar
