Olympics 2012

It’s been an incredible 14 days in London. We look at some of the top performances from the USA women’s soccer team to Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt and Kenyan runner David Rushida. Plus, a look at swimmer Michael Phelps and decathlete Aston Eaton.

The men’s marathon wraps up the Olympics on Sunday. Here & Now’s Alex Ashlock writes about the contenders, and how the late Kenyan runner Sammy Wanjiru’s 2008 record win is pushing athletes to new levels.

After the 2012 Summer Games are over, officials say they want to reduce the size of the Olympic Stadium. What typically happens to Olympic Stadiums after they exit the world stage? See our slideshow of famous Olympic Stadiums.

Runner’s World editor at large Amby Burfoot expects an “unbelievable” competition in this Sunday’s women’s marathon.

Amby Burfoot of Runner’s World says after some recent high profile wins, Jamaican Yohan Blake, aka “The Beast,” may have the edge over world record holder Usain Bolt in the 100-meter final.

Social media is changing the way people are getting information about the 2012 London Olympics. Fans and athletes at the games are tweeting, posting amateur photos on Instagram and criticizing the way the Olympics are covered by traditional media.

A large portion of Monday’s daily Olympic organizing committee briefing was spent discussing one subject: tickets.

Here & Now’s Alex Ashlock is watching the Olympics closely, especially the sports that fall off the radar after the games.

There have never been so many ways to watch the Olympics. We navigate the maze with Richard Sandomir, TV sports and business reporter for the New York Times.

The Opening Ceremonies for the 30th Olympic Games in London are only a few hours away, as questions still remain over security and the city’s transit system.