TOKYO—The United States men’s team won their first gold on the track at the Tokyo Olympics on Saturday, clinching the 4×400 meters relay by a huge margin to end a drought that had sparked fierce criticism back home. The American men were bidding to avoid the ignominy of not winning a gold on the track…
US Men Finally End Gold Drought With Relay Triumph
‘I Feel at Peace’: Felix Exits Stage With Record 11th Olympic Medal
TOKYO—Allyson Felix knows the way to the Olympic medals stand better than any runner alive. She made her record-setting 11th trip there Saturday, after starring as the headliner on a 4×400 relay win that featured a who’s-who of American running. With the gold medal dangling from her neck and the “Star-Spangled Banner” playing in the…
Japan Imposes New Virus Measures in Tokyo Ahead of Olympics
TOKYO—Japan announced Friday that it will raise the coronavirus alert level in Tokyo to allow tougher measures to curb the rapid spread of a more contagious variant ahead of the Summer Olympics. The raised status announced by Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga will allow Tokyo’s governor to mandate shorter opening hours for bars and restaurants, along…
Japan to Raise Virus Steps in Tokyo, 3 Months Ahead of Games
TOKYO—Japan is set to strengthen anti-virus measures in Tokyo on Friday to curb the rapid spread of a more contagious coronavirus variant just three months before the Olympics begin in the capital. Experts on a government panel gave preliminary approval to the emergency measures that would include binding orders in Tokyo, in Kyoto in western…
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