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Torch Is Passed: Vancouver Marks End of Era for Some Winter Stars

Goodbye, Bode. Farewell, Apolo. Godspeed, Clara. We loved you. And now you're gone. Vancouver 2010 will be known as the biggest change-up in Winter Olympic history. Athletes who came in as young juniors during compelling Olympic times -- the introduction of snowboard, skeleton, women's bobsled; and it all taking place in...

Apolo Ohno Disqualified in 500 Meters, Wins Relay Bronze

VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) -- Apolo Anton Ohno anchored the United States to a bronze-medal finish in the 5,000-meter short track speedskating relay, earning his eighth career Olympic medal.Earlier Friday, the American was disqualified in the 500 final, apparently for causing a crash in the final turn.Ohno claimed...

Ohno Wins Bronze to Become Most Decorated US Winter Olympian

VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) -- Trailing the South Koreans and a pair of Canadian brothers, Apolo Anton Ohno had to rally on the last lap to make history.With the gold and silver out of reach, Ohno scooted furiously past Charles and Francois Hamelin to earn a bronze in the short track 1,000-meter final Saturday night,...

Great 'Robberies' in Olympic History

(Feb. 19) -- Not long after the men's figure skating competition was over Thursday night, the reports came filing in. So-and-so was robbed. Johnny Weir deserved higher than sixth, even according to a Weir critic. Silver medalist Evgeni Plushenko of Russia deserved gold, he believes, because he landed a quad jump, while...

Apolo Ohno Has 'Mojo' Back, Might Conquer Games

VANCOUVER, British Columbia -- After a night that resembled an action movie, a night when he fought off two South Koreans who knocked each other out, and then clutched the American flag, Apolo Anton Ohno said he was cleansed and free. These are not thoughts, mind you, that are uttered every day by elite athletes on this...

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05/31/12 Three Marriage Saving Money Strategies The Pros Use Source: Forbes If I wanted to learn how to compete in speed skating and had the opportunity to meet Apolo Ohno or Eric Heiden, I'd blast them with questions since they both frequently stood on the medal stand.
05/23/12 Donald Driver's Win Shows Athletes Rule âDWTS'... Source: CafeMom Okay, I admit, I watched a season of Dancing With the Stars solely because my favorite athlete Hines Ward was a contestant.
05/22/12 Today in History 5/22 Source: The Daily World - Aberdeen WA Today is Tuesday, May 22, the 143rd day of 2012.
05/07/12 Julianne Hough on Singing in Rock of Ages with Tom... Source: Vanity Fair R ock of Ages is the best movie based on a jukebox musical based on the idea that a bunch of dreamers inspired by the poetry of Twisted Sister and Whitesnake can change the world.
04/25/12 Attorney General Sam Olens Joins Forces with Olympian... Source: State of Georgia Attorney General Sam Olens has teamed up with Olympic Gold Medalist Apolo Ohno and The Century Council to release a Public Service Announcement (PSA) encouraging kids to say "YES" to a healthy lifestyle and "NO" to underage drinking.

Background on apolo anton ohno

Apolo Anton Ohno (; born May 22, 1982) is an American short track speed skating competitor and an eight-time medalist (two gold, two silver, four bronze) in the Winter Olympics.

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