National Sports

The track & field events of the 2012 Summer Olympics begin this weekend, while the NFL preseason gets started in Canton. Here’s what else to watch this weekend in sports:

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The Olympics are a time to celebrate the athletes in the world. Instead, we find ourselves talking about their use of social media. Should athletes be using these sites during big events?

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Going for a ride in a high performance race car might look like a blast, but it’s quite dangerous if you don’t know what you’re doing. These are powerful, fuel injected vehicles that respond to the slightest movements and reactions. One slight turn or brake can mean the different between setting a world record for the fastest lap on the Circuits of the Americas or the most compound fractures sustained in a car accident.

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During its illustrious history, the Olympics has been a hotbed for controversy. It can be countries pulling out in some form of protest, the IOC banning athletes or competitors who will cause a storm of controversy.

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Competition for a major golf championship, a fighting title and cycling’s biggest prize highlights this weekend’s sports offerings. Here’s what to watch this weekend in sports:

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When you are any sort of celebrity, you are in the spotlight. When you’re a professional athlete you’re not only in that spotlight, but you are also considered a role model.

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There are few things funnier than sports mascots screwing up. Add an all-terrain vehicle to the equation, and a classic video is bound to happen.

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The team comes home with a title!

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There are plenty of records in professional sports.  Some are somewhat easily broken and some seem unreachable.  So which rare feat will be next?

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