Nathan Adrian: 100-Meter Freestyle Triumph Is Great for American Swimming

Nathan Adrian of the United States, who kept his mouth shut, won the gold. James Magnussen of Australia, who kept his mouth running, won the silver. Or, as any good trash-talker would put it, he lost. Magnussen had warned foreign swimmers to "braceBremerton swimmer Nathan Andrian won the Olympic gold medal in the men's 100-meter freestyle Wednesday, becoming the first athlete with ties to the state to collect a top prize in the London Games. Adrian, who won aNathan Adrian Wins Men's 100m Freestyle for Team USA!LONDON -- Prior to taking their places in the 200-meter Individual

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