Beijing 2008: Olympics Control Center

Baseball: In eleven innings, Cuba defeated the United States 5-4. This result was both positive and predictable. Cuba should have won. However, this underscores their vulnerability.

Basketball (Women’s): The United States defeated Spain 93-55.

Boxing: Raynell Williams loses. This scoring system is ridiculous.

Softball: The United States defeated Canada 8-1. Who wants silver?

Swimming: Will Michael Phelps equal Mark Spitz?

Track: Lopez Lomong advances. What an amazing story.

Volleyball (Indoor): The United States defeated China. Will America medal?

Volleyball (Outdoor): Nicole Branagh and Elaine Youngs advance. Are Misty May and Kerri Walsh challengeable?

Coverage: Nastia Liukin and Shawn Johnson’s interview was exquisite. Obviously, their retirements are unfortunate. Yet, they are expected.