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The Last Night’s Game Team
Olympics
The Summer Olympics wrap up this weekend but don't think that Team USA will ride off into the sunset without a fight. Tomorrow, the US Men's Basketball Team, baseball team and women's basketball team will all fight for a gold medal. If the men's basketball team beats France on Saturday, they'll secure their fourth consecutive gold. After a 13-year hiatus for baseball, the US Baseball Team will face Japan on Saturday morning in the gold medal game. And saving the best for last, the US Women will take on a yet to be determined team on Saturday night. The US Women have not lost an Olympic basketball game since 1992. GO OUT ON TOP
Overtime
Now you won't have to make a choice when it comes to ketchup or mustard because French's Mustard is rolling out a limited release of mustard-infused buns at seven baseball stadiums across the country tomorrow. If you happen to be hitting a game in Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, Baltimore, or Boston, give one a try (and then let us know how it is). NOW THAT'S INNOVATION WE CAN GET BEHIND
Sideline stat
Is a giant sumo wrestler statue to blame for a poor showing in some Olympic equestrian events? According to some riders, yes. The course for the jumping qualifier features 14 jumps, but on the 10th obstacle, there's a unique addition – a life-size sumo wrestler statue. A few pairs have pulled up short of the jump. Apparently, horses don't like surprises. HI, HAVE WE MET?
Coaches' corner
While you were finishing your cup of coffee, US Track and Field legend Allyson Felix won a bronze medal in the 400m. She is the first woman to win 10 Olympic track & field medals and is tied for the most track & field medals among any American athlete. JUST WOW
What to watch
The Olympic Closing Ceremonies will take place on Sunday. The typical parade of athletes will be much smaller than usual due to COVID protocols. Athletes must leave Japan within hours of completing their competition or elimination (whichever is sooner). Watch for host country Japan ceremoniously pass the torch to France for the 2024 Summer Olympics. IT'S BEEN A GOOD RIDE
