She barely made the Rio team at last month’s trials and didn’t earn a spot in one of her gold-medal events, the 100-meter backstroke. She’s also poised to swim on two relays, giving her an excellent chance at five gold medals. Biles, who has won the last three world all-around championships, is expected to contend for five gold medals when the gymnastics competition begins Saturday. The U.S. women’s soccer team, led by veteran Carli Lloyd and 18-year-old newcomer Mallory Pugh, will again have a high profile here. In London, American athletes won the most gold medals (46).

Source: Los Angeles Times August 04, 2016 20:57 UTC