Track and Field

I spent a good chunk of the afternoon out at track and field, covering the 100-meter medal races, which included the German sprinters seen here. Check out the track photo gallery. I spent a good chunk of the afternoon out at track and field, covering the 100-meter medal races, which included the German sprinters seen […]

One in a series of first-person articles from athletes competing in the 2010 Gay Games in Cologne, which start July 31. Roger BashoreChicago My involvement in the Gay Games began with the New York closing ceremonies in 1994. I handed out information and buttons for one of the sponsors. At that time, participating in the […]

After watching the first few days of track and field I've come to a conclusion: Male sprinters are preening, egotistical jerks, while the women are full of joy and even the losers capture the Olympic spirit. After watching the first few days of track and field I’ve come to a conclusion: Male sprinters are preening, […]

Watching Usain Bolt win the 100m sprint in 9.69 was nothing less than breathtaking. The pure speed and acceleration that this guy has – at 6-foot-5 – is like nothing we’ve ever seen. He doesn’t get a great start, which is typical of taller sprinters. But when he starts turning his feet over, his long […]

Nine-time Olympic gold medalist Carl Lewis — and that’s over three Olympics — spoke to NPR’s “Tell Me More” today about the Olympics, his success, boycotts, juicing and whether a Carl Lewis could happen today. He also talks about attitude, something a younger Lewis had plenty of. The interview didn't pursue any lingering speculation that […]