Hamm has a controversial gold, and an almost-gold.
Paul Hamm's bizarre fortnight -- disputed gold in the all-around and a silver on high bar after a tie for first -- added a new chapter Friday. Though FIG wants him to give up his gold, the IOC on Friday announced it would not issue a dual gold for the all-around title, despite a scoring gaffe.
Yang Tae-young seeks gold through CAS | TV Hamm
Rhythmic: Kabaeva | U.S protest denied | Russia wins
Carly second | Carly's all-around | Vault medal for U.S.
|
More from ESPN.com |
| Russians not happy with gym scores, either The Russian Olympic delegation joined the growing list of Olympic malcontents Tuesday, arguing that its two biggest stars got cheated in the gymnastics competition. |
| Hamm upset by tape review Paul Hamm says that if the International Gymnastics Federation is going to review tape they have to look at everything. |
| Alternate reality Mike McCool stuffed away his emotions as his baby, Courtney, watched her teammates live out her Olympic dream. |
| Karolyi says U.S. still the best Despite earning a silver instead of gold, Bela Karolyi said it's proof the U.S. gymnastics program works. |
| Imperfect moment Carly Patterson will carry around the comparisons to Mary Lou Retton from Greece all the way back to America. |
| It's not just about the gold Hardly anyone noticed, but Elizabeth Tweddle's gutty effort exemplifies what these Games are about. |
| Bar none Paul Hamm was done. Then a couple of near-perfect performances gave him a historic gold medal. |
| More Features |
SPORTS
ARCHIVE
ESPN.COM'S 2004 SUMMER OLYMPICS: Complete coverage from Athens.
ESPN.COM'S 2002 WINTER OLYMPICS: Look back at the best Winter Games performance by the United States.
ESPN.COM'S 2000 SUMMER OLYMPICS: From the opening ceremonies to the final gold medal.
ESPN.COM'S 2002 WINTER OLYMPICS: Look back at the best Winter Games performance by the United States.
ESPN.COM'S 2000 SUMMER OLYMPICS: From the opening ceremonies to the final gold medal.