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Gymnastics, basketball headline Day 2
Jul 29th 2012, 06:38

U.S. swimmer Michael Phelps competes in the men's 400-meter individual medley final swimming event during the first day of Olympics competition in London on Saturday, July 28. Phelps failed to medal in the event, finishing fourth.U.S. swimmer Michael Phelps competes in the men's 400-meter individual medley final swimming event during the first day of Olympics competition in London on Saturday, July 28. Phelps failed to medal in the event, finishing fourth.
Ryan Lochte of the United States cuts through the water in the freestyle portion of the men's 400-meter individual medley finals on Saturday. Lochte won the gold medal.Ryan Lochte of the United States cuts through the water in the freestyle portion of the men's 400-meter individual medley finals on Saturday. Lochte won the gold medal.
Freedom Chiya of South Africa dives for the ball against the United States during the men's beach volleyball preliminary round.Freedom Chiya of South Africa dives for the ball against the United States during the men's beach volleyball preliminary round.
Arianna Errigo, left, of Italy celebrates winning her semifinal fencing match against Valentina Vezzali of Italy in women's individual foil.Arianna Errigo, left, of Italy celebrates winning her semifinal fencing match against Valentina Vezzali of Italy in women's individual foil.
Australia's Samantha Richards, center, shoots a layup against Great Britain during women's basketball play.Australia's Samantha Richards, center, shoots a layup against Great Britain during women's basketball play.
Gaetane Thiney of France is checked by Choe Mi Gyong, left, and O Hui Sun, right, of North Korea during a women's soccer first-round match.Gaetane Thiney of France is checked by Choe Mi Gyong, left, and O Hui Sun, right, of North Korea during a women's soccer first-round match.
Sania Mirza of India serves during her women's doubles tennis match with Rushmion Chakarvarthi against Chia-Jung Chuang and Su-Wei Hsieh of Taiwan.Sania Mirza of India serves during her women's doubles tennis match with Rushmion Chakarvarthi against Chia-Jung Chuang and Su-Wei Hsieh of Taiwan.
The fist of Turkey's Adem Kilicci lands against Nursahat Pazziyev of Turkmenistan during their first-round middleweight (75kg) bout.The fist of Turkey's Adem Kilicci lands against Nursahat Pazziyev of Turkmenistan during their first-round middleweight (75kg) bout.
Poland's Natalia Partyka serves during a preliminary-round singles match against Denmark's Mie Skov in women's table tennis.Poland's Natalia Partyka serves during a preliminary-round singles match against Denmark's Mie Skov in women's table tennis.
U.S. volleyball player Destinee Hooker, left, spikes as South Korea's Kim Yeon-Koung attempts to block in the women's volleyball match.U.S. volleyball player Destinee Hooker, left, spikes as South Korea's Kim Yeon-Koung attempts to block in the women's volleyball match.
U.S. swimmer Ryan Lochte flashes his U.S. flag grill and the gold medal he won in the men's 400-meter individual medley.U.S. swimmer Ryan Lochte flashes his U.S. flag grill and the gold medal he won in the men's 400-meter individual medley.
Heather Watson of Great Britain plays against Sabine Lisicki and Angelique Kerber of Germany during a women's doubles tennis match.Heather Watson of Great Britain plays against Sabine Lisicki and Angelique Kerber of Germany during a women's doubles tennis match.
Nadine Zumkehr of Switzerland dives for the ball against Greece during the women's beach volleyball preliminaries.Nadine Zumkehr of Switzerland dives for the ball against Greece during the women's beach volleyball preliminaries.
Russian gymnast Emin Garibov competes on the floor during the men's qualification of the artistic gymnastics event.Russian gymnast Emin Garibov competes on the floor during the men's qualification of the artistic gymnastics event.
Russian gymnast Emin Garibov in the air during the men's artistic gymnastics qualification.Russian gymnast Emin Garibov in the air during the men's artistic gymnastics qualification.
French leftback Mariama Signate. left, vies with Norway's Amanda Kurtovic during a women's preliminary handball match.French leftback Mariama Signate. left, vies with Norway's Amanda Kurtovic during a women's preliminary handball match.
Brazil's Karla Costa, No. 5, looks to pass against France's Endene Miyem, No. 5, and Isabelle Yacoubou, No. 5, of France in the first half of the women's basketball competition.Brazil's Karla Costa, No. 5, looks to pass against France's Endene Miyem, No. 5, and Isabelle Yacoubou, No. 5, of France in the first half of the women's basketball competition.
Michael Phelps of the United States dives in the water at the start of the the men's 400-meter individual medley final. He came in fourth. Michael Phelps of the United States dives in the water at the start of the the men's 400-meter individual medley final. He came in fourth.
Australia's Alicia Coutts competes in the women's 4x100-meter freestyle relay final swimming event.Australia's Alicia Coutts competes in the women's 4x100-meter freestyle relay final swimming event.
U.S. swimmer Ryan Lochte smiles after winning gold in the men's 400-meter individual medley final. Teammate and rival Michael Phelps finished fourth. U.S. swimmer Ryan Lochte smiles after winning gold in the men's 400-meter individual medley final. Teammate and rival Michael Phelps finished fourth.
Jacob Wukie of the United States shoots an arrow during the men's team archery final match against Italy. Italy defeated the United States to win gold as South Korea got bronze.Jacob Wukie of the United States shoots an arrow during the men's team archery final match against Italy. Italy defeated the United States to win gold as South Korea got bronze.
U.S. swimmer Ryan Lochte competes in the men's 400-meter individual medley final. "I know it's my time and I'm ready," said Lochte.U.S. swimmer Ryan Lochte competes in the men's 400-meter individual medley final. "I know it's my time and I'm ready," said Lochte.
Britain's leftback Ewa Palies, center, vies with Montenegro's Maja Savic, left, and Katarina Bulatovic during a women's preliminary handball match.Britain's leftback Ewa Palies, center, vies with Montenegro's Maja Savic, left, and Katarina Bulatovic during a women's preliminary handball match.
Montenegro's pivot Ana Dokic vies with her competitors from Great Britain during a women's handball preliminary match. Montenegro's pivot Ana Dokic vies with her competitors from Great Britain during a women's handball preliminary match.
China's Sun Yang won gold in the men's 400-meter freestyle final.China's Sun Yang won gold in the men's 400-meter freestyle final.
U.S soccer player Carli Lloyd, No.10, and teammate Alex Morgan, No.13, celebrate after scoring their third goal during a first-round game against Colombia.U.S soccer player Carli Lloyd, No.10, and teammate Alex Morgan, No.13, celebrate after scoring their third goal during a first-round game against Colombia.
U.S. women's soccer team members Carli Lloyd, right; Megan Rapinoe, center; and Alex Morgan celebrate after scoring a third goal against Colombia during a first-round game.U.S. women's soccer team members Carli Lloyd, right; Megan Rapinoe, center; and Alex Morgan celebrate after scoring a third goal against Colombia during a first-round game.
Brazil's Larissa Franca, left, and Juliana Silva both go for the ball during the women's beach volleyball preliminary game against Natacha Rigobert and Elodie Li Yuk Lo of Mauritus.Brazil's Larissa Franca, left, and Juliana Silva both go for the ball during the women's beach volleyball preliminary game against Natacha Rigobert and Elodie Li Yuk Lo of Mauritus.
A fencing helmet lies on the field during an interruption of the women's foil fencing semifinal bout between Italy's Arianna Errigo and Italy's Valentina Vezzali.A fencing helmet lies on the field during an interruption of the women's foil fencing semifinal bout between Italy's Arianna Errigo and Italy's Valentina Vezzali.
Women's judo competition medalists, from left to right: Eva Csernoviczki of Hungary (tied for bronze); Charline Van Snick of Belgium (tied for bronze); Sarah Menezes of Brazil (gold); and Alina Dumitru of Romania (silver).Women's judo competition medalists, from left to right: Eva Csernoviczki of Hungary (tied for bronze); Charline Van Snick of Belgium (tied for bronze); Sarah Menezes of Brazil (gold); and Alina Dumitru of Romania (silver).
A British fan shows his support during a women's handball preliminary match between Montenegro and Great Britain. A British fan shows his support during a women's handball preliminary match between Montenegro and Great Britain.
Turkey's Nurdan Karagoz is competing in women's weightlifting.Turkey's Nurdan Karagoz is competing in women's weightlifting.
Japanese gymnast Kohei Uchimura competes during the men's artistic gymnastics qualification event on the first day of the London 2012 Olympic Games. Japanese gymnast Kohei Uchimura competes during the men's artistic gymnastics qualification event on the first day of the London 2012 Olympic Games.
Italy's Valentina Vezzali celebrates her victory over Tunisia's Ines Boubakri after their women's foil fencing quarterfinal bout.Italy's Valentina Vezzali celebrates her victory over Tunisia's Ines Boubakri after their women's foil fencing quarterfinal bout.
Sofiane Milous of France, in white, competes with Hovhannes Davtyan of Armenia during the men's judo event.Sofiane Milous of France, in white, competes with Hovhannes Davtyan of Armenia during the men's judo event.
U.S. player Christie Rampone, right, vies with Colombia's Ingrid Vidal during the women's soccer competition. U.S. player Christie Rampone, right, vies with Colombia's Ingrid Vidal during the women's soccer competition.
Steve Grotowski of Great Britain dives for the ball during the men's beach volleyball preliminary round.Steve Grotowski of Great Britain dives for the ball during the men's beach volleyball preliminary round.
Russia's gold medalist Arsen Galstyan poses on the podium of a men's judo event.Russia's gold medalist Arsen Galstyan poses on the podium of a men's judo event.
U.S. swimmer Michael Phelps, right, and Hungary's Laszlo Cseh compete in the men's 400 meter individual medley heats.U.S. swimmer Michael Phelps, right, and Hungary's Laszlo Cseh compete in the men's 400 meter individual medley heats.
Jill Scott, left, of Great Britain celebrates scoring with teammates Eniola Aluku and Kelly Smith during a first-round women's soccer game against Camaroon. Jill Scott, left, of Great Britain celebrates scoring with teammates Eniola Aluku and Kelly Smith during a first-round women's soccer game against Camaroon.
Qatari shooter Bahya Mansour al-Hamad competes during the 10 meter air rifle women's qualification.Qatari shooter Bahya Mansour al-Hamad competes during the 10 meter air rifle women's qualification.
Switzerland's Roger Federer returns the ball to Colombia's Alejandro Falla during the men's singles tennis match.Switzerland's Roger Federer returns the ball to Colombia's Alejandro Falla during the men's singles tennis match.
American Heather O'Reilly, right, vies with Colombia's Ingrid Vidal, second right, during a women's soccer game.American Heather O'Reilly, right, vies with Colombia's Ingrid Vidal, second right, during a women's soccer game.
Sweden's pivot Ulrika Agren, left, shoots under the look of Denmark's leftback Trine Troelsen during a women's preliminary handball match.Sweden's pivot Ulrika Agren, left, shoots under the look of Denmark's leftback Trine Troelsen during a women's preliminary handball match.
Japanese gymnast Kazuhito Tanaka competes on the horizontal bar during the men's artistic gymnastics qualification event.Japanese gymnast Kazuhito Tanaka competes on the horizontal bar during the men's artistic gymnastics qualification event.
Tiana Coudray of the United States riding Ringwood Magister competes in the dressage equestrian event.Tiana Coudray of the United States riding Ringwood Magister competes in the dressage equestrian event.
A picture taken with a robotic camera shows Nigeria's Quadri Aruna returning to Spain's Carlos Machado during their first round men's table tennis match.A picture taken with a robotic camera shows Nigeria's Quadri Aruna returning to Spain's Carlos Machado during their first round men's table tennis match.
Roger Federer of Switzerland serves against Alejandro Falla of Colombia during their men's singles tennis match.Roger Federer of Switzerland serves against Alejandro Falla of Colombia during their men's singles tennis match.
Sue Bird, No. 6, of the United States shoots against Iva Ciglar, No. 10, of Croatia in the first half of their women's basketball game.Sue Bird, No. 6, of the United States shoots against Iva Ciglar, No. 10, of Croatia in the first half of their women's basketball game.
Great Britain's Mark Cavendish, third left, and other competitors approach the last bend of the race outside of Buckingham Palace during the men's cycling road race. Great Britain's Mark Cavendish, third left, and other competitors approach the last bend of the race outside of Buckingham Palace during the men's cycling road race.
Yeji Kim of South Korea competes in a women's single sculls heat at Eton Dorney near Windsor, England.Yeji Kim of South Korea competes in a women's single sculls heat at Eton Dorney near Windsor, England.
Maja Zebic of Croatia attacks the goal in women's handball preliminaries between Croatia and Brazil.Maja Zebic of Croatia attacks the goal in women's handball preliminaries between Croatia and Brazil.
Valentina Vezzali of Italy celebrates winning her women's foil individual fencing quaterfinal match against Ines Boubakri of Tunisia.Valentina Vezzali of Italy celebrates winning her women's foil individual fencing quaterfinal match against Ines Boubakri of Tunisia.
Svetlana Germanovich of Kazakhstan competes in a women's single sculls heat.Svetlana Germanovich of Kazakhstan competes in a women's single sculls heat.
From left, Diguan Pigot of Suriname, Amini Fonua of Tonga and Mubarak Al Besher of United Arab Emirates compete in heat one of the men's 100-meter breaststroke.From left, Diguan Pigot of Suriname, Amini Fonua of Tonga and Mubarak Al Besher of United Arab Emirates compete in heat one of the men's 100-meter breaststroke.
Spectators applaud as the peleton rides up Boxhill on the outskirts of London during the men's cycling road race.Spectators applaud as the peleton rides up Boxhill on the outskirts of London during the men's cycling road race.
Aleksandra Privalova of Belarus serves against Xing Han of Congo during their women's singles table tennis match.Aleksandra Privalova of Belarus serves against Xing Han of Congo during their women's singles table tennis match.
Brazil's Sarah Menezes (top) celebrates after beating Belgium's Charline Van Snick in the semi-final judo match.Brazil's Sarah Menezes (top) celebrates after beating Belgium's Charline Van Snick in the semi-final judo match.
Saki Kumagai of Japan waves to the crowd after playing in a first-round women's soccer game between Japan and Sweden.Saki Kumagai of Japan waves to the crowd after playing in a first-round women's soccer game between Japan and Sweden.
Desiree Scott of Canada and Andisiwe Mgcoyi of South Africa fight for the ball during a first-round women's soccer game.Desiree Scott of Canada and Andisiwe Mgcoyi of South Africa fight for the ball during a first-round women's soccer game.
Robenilson Vieira de Jesus of Brazil absorbs a punch from Orzubek Shayimov of Uzbekistan during their match, which Vieira de Jesus won.Robenilson Vieira de Jesus of Brazil absorbs a punch from Orzubek Shayimov of Uzbekistan during their match, which Vieira de Jesus won.
France's Sofiane Milous, left, competes with Armenia's Hovhannes Davtyan during their men's judo match.France's Sofiane Milous, left, competes with Armenia's Hovhannes Davtyan during their men's judo match.
Vietnam's Nguyen Thi Anh Vien competes in the women's 400-meter individual medley heats.Vietnam's Nguyen Thi Anh Vien competes in the women's 400-meter individual medley heats.
Goalkeeper Andreia Suntaque of Brazil tries to block a cross as Sarah Gregorius of New Zealand attempts a header.Goalkeeper Andreia Suntaque of Brazil tries to block a cross as Sarah Gregorius of New Zealand attempts a header.
Two athletes compete in the men's judo event.Two athletes compete in the men's judo event.
Italy's Arianna Errigo, left, fences against U.S. fencer Lee Kiefer during their women's foil fencing quarterfinal bout.Italy's Arianna Errigo, left, fences against U.S. fencer Lee Kiefer during their women's foil fencing quarterfinal bout.
Angola's Nadir Manuel, No. 14, center, follows through on her shot against Turkey's Quanitra Hollingsvorth, No. 12, and Turkey's Saziye Ivegin, No. 14.Angola's Nadir Manuel, No. 14, center, follows through on her shot against Turkey's Quanitra Hollingsvorth, No. 12, and Turkey's Saziye Ivegin, No. 14.
U.S. tennis player Serena Williams returns a shot against Jelena Jankovic of Serbia during their women's singles tennis match.U.S. tennis player Serena Williams returns a shot against Jelena Jankovic of Serbia during their women's singles tennis match.
Great Britain's Anna Bentley celebrates winning her women's foil match against Monica Peterson of Canada.Great Britain's Anna Bentley celebrates winning her women's foil match against Monica Peterson of Canada.
Tomoko Fukumi of Japan, in white, and Kelly Edwards of Great Britain compete in the women's judo competition.Tomoko Fukumi of Japan, in white, and Kelly Edwards of Great Britain compete in the women's judo competition.
British gymnast Daniel Purvis performs on the artistic gymnastics men's parallel bars.British gymnast Daniel Purvis performs on the artistic gymnastics men's parallel bars.
Eun Hee Ryu of South Korea scores from the penalty spot in the women's handball preliminaries against Spain.Eun Hee Ryu of South Korea scores from the penalty spot in the women's handball preliminaries against Spain.
British fans enjoy the atmosphere during the men's cycling road race.British fans enjoy the atmosphere during the men's cycling road race.
Japan's Aya Sameshima and Sofia Jakobsson of Sweden compete for the ball during a women's first-round soccer game.Japan's Aya Sameshima and Sofia Jakobsson of Sweden compete for the ball during a women's first-round soccer game.
An athlete performs on the rings before the men's qualification for artistic gymnastics.An athlete performs on the rings before the men's qualification for artistic gymnastics.
Felipe Kitadai of Brazil, in blue, competes with Rishod Sobirov of Uzbekistan in a judo match.Felipe Kitadai of Brazil, in blue, competes with Rishod Sobirov of Uzbekistan in a judo match.
Serbia's Maja Ognjenovic, right, passes the ball during a women's volleyball match between Serbia and China.Serbia's Maja Ognjenovic, right, passes the ball during a women's volleyball match between Serbia and China.
China's Nan Chen, No. 15, huddles with teammates.China's Nan Chen, No. 15, huddles with teammates.
Sweden's Sara Thunebro is given a yellow card during a women's first-round soccer game. Sweden's Sara Thunebro is given a yellow card during a women's first-round soccer game.
French gymnast Cyril Tommasone competes on the pommel horse during the men's qualification of the artistic gymnastics event.French gymnast Cyril Tommasone competes on the pommel horse during the men's qualification of the artistic gymnastics event.
Senegal's Malick Fall competes in the men's 100-meter breaststroke heats.Senegal's Malick Fall competes in the men's 100-meter breaststroke heats.
China's Yi Siling celebrates with her gold medal on the podium after winning the 10-meter air rifle women's final.China's Yi Siling celebrates with her gold medal on the podium after winning the 10-meter air rifle women's final.
Kamila Augustyn of Poland looks for a shot against Anastasia Prokopenko of Russia during the women's singles badminton match.Kamila Augustyn of Poland looks for a shot against Anastasia Prokopenko of Russia during the women's singles badminton match.
Julius Brink of Germany spikes the ball during the men's beach volleyball match against Russia.Julius Brink of Germany spikes the ball during the men's beach volleyball match against Russia.
Rowers from Denmark compete in the men's lightweight four heats at Eton Dorney near Windsor, England.Rowers from Denmark compete in the men's lightweight four heats at Eton Dorney near Windsor, England.
South Korea's gymnast Kim Hee Hoon competes on the rings during the men's qualification of the artistic gymnastics event.South Korea's gymnast Kim Hee Hoon competes on the rings during the men's qualification of the artistic gymnastics event.
Belgium's Charline Van Snick, right, celebrates after winning against Hungary's Eva Csernoviczki during the women's judo match.Belgium's Charline Van Snick, right, celebrates after winning against Hungary's Eva Csernoviczki during the women's judo match.
Tunisia's Ines Boubakri celebrates her victory over U.S. fencer Nicole Ross after their women's foil fencing bout.Tunisia's Ines Boubakri celebrates her victory over U.S. fencer Nicole Ross after their women's foil fencing bout.
Serbia's Ana Ivanovic returns the ball to American Christina McHale during their women's singles tennis match.Serbia's Ana Ivanovic returns the ball to American Christina McHale during their women's singles tennis match.
Stefana Veljkovic, No. 11, and Ivana Djerisilo, No. 3, of Serbia react to a lost point to China during the women's volleyball game.Stefana Veljkovic, No. 11, and Ivana Djerisilo, No. 3, of Serbia react to a lost point to China during the women's volleyball game.
Michele Mueller of Canada riding Amistad competes in the dressage equestrian event.Michele Mueller of Canada riding Amistad competes in the dressage equestrian event.
U.S. swimmer Ryan Lochte dives off of the starting block at the start of heat five of the men's 400-meter individual medley.U.S. swimmer Ryan Lochte dives off of the starting block at the start of heat five of the men's 400-meter individual medley.
Having won the first gold medal of the Games, Siling Yi of China celebrates her victory during the ceremony for the women's 10-meter air rifle shooting.Having won the first gold medal of the Games, Siling Yi of China celebrates her victory during the ceremony for the women's 10-meter air rifle shooting.
Siling Yi of China competes for the gold at the Royal Artillery Barracks.Siling Yi of China competes for the gold at the Royal Artillery Barracks.
U.S. swimmer Michael Phelps competes in the men's 400 meter individual medley heats.U.S. swimmer Michael Phelps competes in the men's 400 meter individual medley heats.
Lijie Miao of China, No. 8, battles for the basketball against Petra Kulichova, No. 13, of Czech Republic.Lijie Miao of China, No. 8, battles for the basketball against Petra Kulichova, No. 13, of Czech Republic.
Japan's Nishioka Shiho, left, fences against Hong Kong's Lin Po Heung during their women's foil bout.Japan's Nishioka Shiho, left, fences against Hong Kong's Lin Po Heung during their women's foil bout.
U.S. swimmer Ryan Lochte competes in the men's 400-meter individual medley heats.U.S. swimmer Ryan Lochte competes in the men's 400-meter individual medley heats.
Algeria's Sehryne Hennaoui spikes the ball as Japan's Yukiko Ebata reaches to block during a women's volleyball match. Algeria's Sehryne Hennaoui spikes the ball as Japan's Yukiko Ebata reaches to block during a women's volleyball match.
Russia's leftback Victoria Zhilinskayte, right, jumps to shoot during a preliminary round handball match against Angola.Russia's leftback Victoria Zhilinskayte, right, jumps to shoot during a preliminary round handball match against Angola.
Iran's Elaheh Ahmadi, second from right, competes during the women's 10-meter air rifle qualification at the Royal Artillery Barracks.Iran's Elaheh Ahmadi, second from right, competes during the women's 10-meter air rifle qualification at the Royal Artillery Barracks.
Mark Cavendish of Britain, right, takes off at the start of men's road race cycle event.Mark Cavendish of Britain, right, takes off at the start of men's road race cycle event.
Mongolia's Tumurkhuleg Davaadorj, left, competes with Brazil's Felipe Kitadai during a judo match.Mongolia's Tumurkhuleg Davaadorj, left, competes with Brazil's Felipe Kitadai during a judo match.
Chen Xue of China dips to return the ball during the women's beach volleyball match between China and Russia.Chen Xue of China dips to return the ball during the women's beach volleyball match between China and Russia.
U.S. swimmer Michael Phelps competes in his 400-meter individual medley heat.U.S. swimmer Michael Phelps competes in his 400-meter individual medley heat.
Mawussi Agbetoglo of Togo serves against Justin Han of Australia during their preliminary round singles match in the table tennis competition.Mawussi Agbetoglo of Togo serves against Justin Han of Australia during their preliminary round singles match in the table tennis competition.
A rower prepares to compete at Eton Dorney near Windsor, England.A rower prepares to compete at Eton Dorney near Windsor, England.
Tobias Englmaier of Germany, in white, and Hovhannes Davtyan of Armenia compete in the men's judo competition. <a href='http://www.cnn.com/2012/07/27/worldsport/gallery/olympic-opening-ceremony/index.html'>Photos: The opening ceremony</a>Tobias Englmaier of Germany, in white, and Hovhannes Davtyan of Armenia compete in the men's judo competition. Photos: The opening ceremony
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  • Four gold medals will be awarded in swimming Sunday
  • Five men's basketball games are slated for Sunday, including USA vs. France
  • Gymnasts will compete Sunday for spots in the women's team finals
  • China won four gold medals Saturday, the most of any nation for the day

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(CNN) -- The world's best female gymnasts vault into Olympic competition Sunday as five men's basketball games -- including the United States vs. France -- play out in the second full day of competition.

The qualification round of women's gymnastics Sunday will filter out the top eight countries, who will then compete in the team finals Tuesday night.

The U.S. team, dubbed the "Fab Five," carries the pressure of bringing home America's first team gold medal since the "Magnificent Seven" did so at the 1996 games. But they must contend with the defending Olympic champion China, as well as Romania and Russia.

Meanwhile, 10 men's basketball teams will try to win their preliminary games on Sunday, including the United States.

Many are hoping to see how this year's American squad stacks up to the 1992 U.S. basketball team, known as the Dream Team, which trounced the competition at the Barcelona Games by an average of more than 40 points. Some analysts called it the greatest sports team ever assembled.

Team USA's opponent, France, is making its first Olympic appearance since 2000, when it battled the United States in the finals and lost, 85-75.

In the pool, swimmers will compete for the gold in the men's 100-meter breaststroke, men's 4x100-meter freestyle relay, the women's 400-meter freestyle and the women's 100-meter butterfly.

Debate over pro athletes in the Olympics

Medals will also be awarded Sunday in women's archery, women's cycling, women's diving, men's fencing, men's and women's judo and women's shooting.

Samyr Laine is jumping for Haiti

SATURDAY DEVELOPMENTS

Creating an Olympic extravaganza

China blazed past its rivals to capture six medals Saturday, including four golds. The United States and Italy are tied for second place with five medals overall. South Korea and Brazil each have three so far.

Olympic snub to Munich 11

SWIMMING

Ryan Lochte captured the United States' first gold medal of the 2012 Olympic Games on Saturday, soundly defeating rival swimming great Michael Phelps in a highly anticipated men's 400-meter individual medley.

Brazil's Thiago Pereira secured silver in the individual medley, while Phelps did not medal, coming in fourth place. Japan's Kosuke Hagina won bronze.

Anticipation builds for the opening ceremony of the Summer Olympics on Friday, July 27, at the Olympic Stadium in London. The 2012 Games will run through August 12.Anticipation builds for the opening ceremony of the Summer Olympics on Friday, July 27, at the Olympic Stadium in London. The 2012 Games will run through August 12.
The sun sets behind the Tower Bridge in London hours before the opening ceremony of the 2012 Olympic Games on Friday.The sun sets behind the Tower Bridge in London hours before the opening ceremony of the 2012 Olympic Games on Friday.
South Korean archer Im Dong Hyun celebrates breaking the first world record of the London Olympics on Friday. The two-time gold medalist, who is classified as legally blind and can't see out of his right eye, bettered his own 72-arrow mark in the qualification competition.South Korean archer Im Dong Hyun celebrates breaking the first world record of the London Olympics on Friday. The two-time gold medalist, who is classified as legally blind and can't see out of his right eye, bettered his own 72-arrow mark in the qualification competition.
Kaori Kawanaka of Japan, Pia Lionetti of Italy and Tetyana Dorokhova of Ukraine retrieve their arrows Friday during the archery ranking round on opening day of the Olympics in London.Kaori Kawanaka of Japan, Pia Lionetti of Italy and Tetyana Dorokhova of Ukraine retrieve their arrows Friday during the archery ranking round on opening day of the Olympics in London.
Brady Ellison of the United States prepares for the archery ranking round on Olympics opening day in London.Brady Ellison of the United States prepares for the archery ranking round on Olympics opening day in London.
A Belgian cyclist rides during a track cycling practice session ahead of the 2012 Olympic Games on Friday in London.A Belgian cyclist rides during a track cycling practice session ahead of the 2012 Olympic Games on Friday in London.
Competitors inspect targets Friday during the Archery Ranking Round at the Lord's Cricket Ground in London.Competitors inspect targets Friday during the Archery Ranking Round at the Lord's Cricket Ground in London.
Slovenia's Klemen Strajhar gets ready to arch during the Archery Ranking Round at the Lord's Cricket Ground as part of the Olympics' opening day Friday.Slovenia's Klemen Strajhar gets ready to arch during the Archery Ranking Round at the Lord's Cricket Ground as part of the Olympics' opening day Friday.
The royal barge Gloriana carries the Olympic flame along the River Thames from Hampton Court to Tower Bridge on Friday, the final day of the Olympic torch relay. The grand finale will see the torch enter the Olympic Stadium, the last stage in a 70-day relay around the United Kingdom, and set the Olympic cauldron aflame Friday, symbolizing the beginning of the Games.The royal barge Gloriana carries the Olympic flame along the River Thames from Hampton Court to Tower Bridge on Friday, the final day of the Olympic torch relay. The grand finale will see the torch enter the Olympic Stadium, the last stage in a 70-day relay around the United Kingdom, and set the Olympic cauldron aflame Friday, symbolizing the beginning of the Games.
Sadio Mane of Senegal leaps over goalkeeper Jack Butland of Great Britain during the first-round men's soccer match between Great Britain and Senegal at Old Trafford on Thursday, July 26, in Manchester, England.Sadio Mane of Senegal leaps over goalkeeper Jack Butland of Great Britain during the first-round men's soccer match between Great Britain and Senegal at Old Trafford on Thursday, July 26, in Manchester, England.
Marvin Sordell of Great Britain battles with Moussa Konate of Senegal during the first-round match between Great Britain and Senegal.Marvin Sordell of Great Britain battles with Moussa Konate of Senegal during the first-round match between Great Britain and Senegal.
Japanese fans show support for their team during the men's first-round match between Spain and Japan at Hampden Park in Glasgow, Scotland on Thursday.Japanese fans show support for their team during the men's first-round match between Spain and Japan at Hampden Park in Glasgow, Scotland on Thursday.
Great Britain's Craig Bellamy celebrates a goal during the first round Group A Match between Great Britain and Senegal on Thursday, July 26, in Manchester, England. Great Britain's Craig Bellamy celebrates a goal during the first round Group A Match between Great Britain and Senegal on Thursday, July 26, in Manchester, England.
Uruguay forward Edinson Cavani, right, slips a pass under United Arab Emirates defender Abdelaziz Sanqour, left, in Manchester on Thursday. Uruguay defeated the UAE, 2-1.Uruguay forward Edinson Cavani, right, slips a pass under United Arab Emirates defender Abdelaziz Sanqour, left, in Manchester on Thursday. Uruguay defeated the UAE, 2-1.
Great Britain fans attend the Group A Match between Great Britain and Senegal on Thursday in Manchester.Great Britain fans attend the Group A Match between Great Britain and Senegal on Thursday in Manchester.
Gabon's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, right, celebrates after scoring a goal during the men's soccer match against Switzerland on Thursday in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England.Gabon's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, right, celebrates after scoring a goal during the men's soccer match against Switzerland on Thursday in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England.
An open double-deck bus carries the Olympic torch down Oxford Street on Thursday in London. An open double-deck bus carries the Olympic torch down Oxford Street on Thursday in London.
Morocco's Houssine Kharja, right, controls the ball against Honduras' Roger Espinoza during a first-round Group D match Thursday in Glasgow, Scotland.Morocco's Houssine Kharja, right, controls the ball against Honduras' Roger Espinoza during a first-round Group D match Thursday in Glasgow, Scotland.
Ismail Matar, center, of the United Arab Emirates celebrates with his teammates after scoring in a first-round Group A match against Uruguay on Thursday in Manchester, England.Ismail Matar, center, of the United Arab Emirates celebrates with his teammates after scoring in a first-round Group A match against Uruguay on Thursday in Manchester, England.
Spain's Juan Mata, left, challenges Hotaru Yamaguchi of Japan during a group D soccer match Thursday in Glasgow.Spain's Juan Mata, left, challenges Hotaru Yamaguchi of Japan during a group D soccer match Thursday in Glasgow.
The ExCeL exhibition center, one of the Olympic venues, is gearing up Thursday on the eve of the Games' opening ceremony.The ExCeL exhibition center, one of the Olympic venues, is gearing up Thursday on the eve of the Games' opening ceremony.
Yuki Otsu of Japan is tackled by Inigo Martinez of Spain during a first-round Group D soccer match Thursday in Glasgow.
Yuki Otsu of Japan is tackled by Inigo Martinez of Spain during a first-round Group D soccer match Thursday in Glasgow.
A Mexican fan watches the men's soccer match Thursday between Mexico and South Korea in Newcastle-upon-Tyne.A Mexican fan watches the men's soccer match Thursday between Mexico and South Korea in Newcastle-upon-Tyne.
Spain's Inigo Martinez, left, fouls Kensuke Nagai of Japan during the match Thursday.Spain's Inigo Martinez, left, fouls Kensuke Nagai of Japan during the match Thursday.
Spain's Martinez gets a red card and is ejected during Thursday's match against Japan.Spain's Martinez gets a red card and is ejected during Thursday's match against Japan.
Spectators take pictures Thursday at the Olympic Village in London.Spectators take pictures Thursday at the Olympic Village in London.
Abdelaziz Barrada of Morocco celebrates after scoring during a Group D soccer match against Honduras on Thursday in Glasgow. Abdelaziz Barrada of Morocco celebrates after scoring during a Group D soccer match against Honduras on Thursday in Glasgow.
Security personnel patrol in front of Olympic Park in London on Thursday, a day ahead of the opening ceremony. Security concerns surfaced when a private contractor failed to provide enough staff. As a result, the government is deploying 18,200 troops to remedy the shortfall.Security personnel patrol in front of Olympic Park in London on Thursday, a day ahead of the opening ceremony. Security concerns surfaced when a private contractor failed to provide enough staff. As a result, the government is deploying 18,200 troops to remedy the shortfall.
The Honduras men's soccer team celebrates after scoring a goal against Morocco during a first-round match Thursday.The Honduras men's soccer team celebrates after scoring a goal against Morocco during a first-round match Thursday.
Honduras' Jose Velasquez, left, gets challenged by Zakaria Labyad of Morocco during Thursday's match.Honduras' Jose Velasquez, left, gets challenged by Zakaria Labyad of Morocco during Thursday's match.
Police patrol Westfield Stratford City shopping mall near London Olympic Park on Thursday.Police patrol Westfield Stratford City shopping mall near London Olympic Park on Thursday.
Spectators gather as the Olympic torch is carried from Islington Town Hall on Thursday. London cheered on the torch as it made its way past the city's historic landmarks.Spectators gather as the Olympic torch is carried from Islington Town Hall on Thursday. London cheered on the torch as it made its way past the city's historic landmarks.
Amanda Clark of the U.S. sailing team chats with reporters Thursday during a press conference in Weymouth, England.Amanda Clark of the U.S. sailing team chats with reporters Thursday during a press conference in Weymouth, England.
Kim Song Hui of North Korea executes a bicycle kick while challenged by Natalia Ariza of Colombia during the first-round women's football competition at Hampden Park on Wednesday, July 25, in Glasgow, Scotland.Kim Song Hui of North Korea executes a bicycle kick while challenged by Natalia Ariza of Colombia during the first-round women's football competition at Hampden Park on Wednesday, July 25, in Glasgow, Scotland.
Tower Bridge, adorned with the Olympic rings, is seen late Wednesday, two days before the official start of the London 2012 Olympic Games.Tower Bridge, adorned with the Olympic rings, is seen late Wednesday, two days before the official start of the London 2012 Olympic Games.
Hazleydi Rincon of Colombia and Kim Song Hui of North Korea chase the ball in a first-round women's football match.Hazleydi Rincon of Colombia and Kim Song Hui of North Korea chase the ball in a first-round women's football match.
Brazil's Marta is in action with Cameroon's goalkeeper Annette Ngo Ndom during the first-round women's football competition at Millennium Stadium on Wednesday.Brazil's Marta is in action with Cameroon's goalkeeper Annette Ngo Ndom during the first-round women's football competition at Millennium Stadium on Wednesday.
North Korea's Kim Song Hui, in white, vies with Colombia's Natalia Ariza on July 25.North Korea's Kim Song Hui, in white, vies with Colombia's Natalia Ariza on July 25.
North Korea's Jon Myong Hwa, in white, vies with Colombia's Sandra Sepulveda, in green, and Orianica Velasquez , in yellow, during first-round women's soccer play at Hampden Park on July 25.North Korea's Jon Myong Hwa, in white, vies with Colombia's Sandra Sepulveda, in green, and Orianica Velasquez , in yellow, during first-round women's soccer play at Hampden Park on July 25.
South African footballers hold a pennant as they line up before their first-round women's soccer match against Sweden on July 25 at The City of Coventry Stadium in Coventry, England.South African footballers hold a pennant as they line up before their first-round women's soccer match against Sweden on July 25 at The City of Coventry Stadium in Coventry, England.
North Korean soccer coach Gun Sin Ui, at center in red shirt, waits for his team's match to begin at Hampden Park in Glasgow, Scotland, on Wednesday, July 25. The first-round match against Colombia was delayed. North Korean soccer coach Gun Sin Ui, at center in red shirt, waits for his team's match to begin at Hampden Park in Glasgow, Scotland, on Wednesday, July 25. The first-round match against Colombia was delayed.
North Korean official Son Kwang-ho waits for the match against Colombia to begin.North Korean official Son Kwang-ho waits for the match against Colombia to begin.
Brazil's Marta, No. 10, is tackled by Christine Manie of Cameroon during the first-round women's soccer match on July 25.Brazil's Marta, No. 10, is tackled by Christine Manie of Cameroon during the first-round women's soccer match on July 25.
U.S. player Megan Rapinoe jumps on teammate Alex Morgan, No. 13, after Morgan scored during their Group G Olympic women's soccer match against France at Hampden Park in Glasgow, Scotland, on Wednesday, July 25. U.S. player Megan Rapinoe jumps on teammate Alex Morgan, No. 13, after Morgan scored during their Group G Olympic women's soccer match against France at Hampden Park in Glasgow, Scotland, on Wednesday, July 25.
American Carli Lloyd celebrates with teammate Amy Le Peilbet after scoring her team's third goal.American Carli Lloyd celebrates with teammate Amy Le Peilbet after scoring her team's third goal.
Katie Hoyle, left, of New Zealand and teammate Betsy Hassett challenge Karen Carney of Great Britain during their match in the first round of women's soccer in the London 2012 Olympic Games at Millennium Stadium on Wednesday, July 25, in Cardiff, Wales.Katie Hoyle, left, of New Zealand and teammate Betsy Hassett challenge Karen Carney of Great Britain during their match in the first round of women's soccer in the London 2012 Olympic Games at Millennium Stadium on Wednesday, July 25, in Cardiff, Wales.
Sarah Gregorius of New Zealand reacts after Karen Bardsley of Great Britain saves the ball, barring her from scoring a goal.Sarah Gregorius of New Zealand reacts after Karen Bardsley of Great Britain saves the ball, barring her from scoring a goal.
Britain's Stephanie Houghton celebrates a goal, adding the first point to the scoreboard, with teammate Ifeoma Diek.Britain's Stephanie Houghton celebrates a goal, adding the first point to the scoreboard, with teammate Ifeoma Diek.
An Olympic lane at the Embankment in London. An Olympic lane at the Embankment in London.
France's Louisa Necib, left, is challenged by American Carli Lloyd.France's Louisa Necib, left, is challenged by American Carli Lloyd.
Amber Hearn of New Zealand shoots for a goal.Amber Hearn of New Zealand shoots for a goal.
Casey Stoney of Great Britain goes up against Katie Hoyle of New Zealand.Casey Stoney of Great Britain goes up against Katie Hoyle of New Zealand.
Britain's Anita Asante kicks off the match with Kelly Smith between Great Britain and New Zealand.Britain's Anita Asante kicks off the match with Kelly Smith between Great Britain and New Zealand.
A fan shows his support during the soccer match between Great Britain and New Zealand on Wednesday. A fan shows his support during the soccer match between Great Britain and New Zealand on Wednesday.
Fans have their choice of Great Britain merchandise before the soccer games begin.Fans have their choice of Great Britain merchandise before the soccer games begin.
The London Olympics logo in the equestrian arena in Greenwich, London, is seen behind a worker on a lift.The London Olympics logo in the equestrian arena in Greenwich, London, is seen behind a worker on a lift.
A South Korean news crew reports from in front of the Tower Bridge where Olympics Rings hang.A South Korean news crew reports from in front of the Tower Bridge where Olympics Rings hang.
Badminton player Nathan Robertson poses during the handover of the Olympic Torch at Wembley Stadium two days before the Opening Ceremony. Badminton player Nathan Robertson poses during the handover of the Olympic Torch at Wembley Stadium two days before the Opening Ceremony.
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"I put the work in," Lochte said Saturday after the race. "I'm just going out there and having fun, and doing what I do best."

Fireworks light up the sky during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium on Friday, July 27.Fireworks light up the sky during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium on Friday, July 27.
Artists wearing wings and riding bicylces perform during the ceremony.Artists wearing wings and riding bicylces perform during the ceremony.
The Olympic flame is seen in the stadium during the ceremony.The Olympic flame is seen in the stadium during the ceremony.
Members of the Britain's delegation parade wave.Members of the Britain's delegation parade wave.
British spectators cheer as they attend the opening ceremony.British spectators cheer as they attend the opening ceremony.
The Olympic flame burns in the cauldron.The Olympic flame burns in the cauldron.
Fireworks burst above the stadium during the opening ceremony. Fireworks burst above the stadium during the opening ceremony.
Fireworks over the Olympic Stadium.Fireworks over the Olympic Stadium.
Fireworks explode from the stadium roof.Fireworks explode from the stadium roof.
Fireworks ignite over the Olympic Stadium.Fireworks ignite over the Olympic Stadium.
Sir Paul McCartney performs during the opening ceremony.Sir Paul McCartney performs during the opening ceremony.
An actor dressed to resemble Britain's Queen Elizabeth II parachutes into the stadium during the opening ceremony.An actor dressed to resemble Britain's Queen Elizabeth II parachutes into the stadium during the opening ceremony.
Participants look on as the Olympic flame burns in the cauldron.Participants look on as the Olympic flame burns in the cauldron.
A member of India's delegation takes a picture as he parades during the opening ceremony.A member of India's delegation takes a picture as he parades during the opening ceremony.
The Olympic flame is carried into the stadium.The Olympic flame is carried into the stadium.
Danny Boyle, the director of the opening ceremony, reacts to the show.Danny Boyle, the director of the opening ceremony, reacts to the show.
Philippine Van Aanholt, an independent Olympic athlete, parades during the opening ceremonyPhilippine Van Aanholt, an independent Olympic athlete, parades during the opening ceremony
An image of British Olympic champion Jonathan Edwards is projected on the Houses of Parliament .An image of British Olympic champion Jonathan Edwards is projected on the Houses of Parliament .
Torchbearer Sir Steve Redgrave hands the Olympic flame over to seven young athletes who represent Britain's hopes for the next Olympics.Torchbearer Sir Steve Redgrave hands the Olympic flame over to seven young athletes who represent Britain's hopes for the next Olympics.
Fireworks are let off over the Olympic stadiumFireworks are let off over the Olympic stadium
Fireworks explode from the top of Tower Bridge.Fireworks explode from the top of Tower Bridge.
Fireworks cast a purple glow over the Olympic Stadium.Fireworks cast a purple glow over the Olympic Stadium.
The Olympic cauldron is lit.The Olympic cauldron is lit.
Members of India's delegation parade in the opening ceremony.Members of India's delegation parade in the opening ceremony.
People cheer as they watch the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games on an outdoor screen at Piccadilly Circus.People cheer as they watch the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games on an outdoor screen at Piccadilly Circus.
Members of Iran's delegation parade during the opening ceremony.Members of Iran's delegation parade during the opening ceremony.
A young athlete is joined by six others, who represent Britain's hopes for the next Olympics. They all carried the Olympic flame.A young athlete is joined by six others, who represent Britain's hopes for the next Olympics. They all carried the Olympic flame.
An image of Jamaica's track star Usain Bolt, currently the world's fastest man, is projected on The Houses of Parliament in London.An image of Jamaica's track star Usain Bolt, currently the world's fastest man, is projected on The Houses of Parliament in London.
An artist flies over children and nurses during the Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital scene.An artist flies over children and nurses during the Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital scene.
Fireworks over the Olympic Stadium.Fireworks over the Olympic Stadium.
Fireworks form a fiery ring over the Olympic Stadium during the Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium.Fireworks form a fiery ring over the Olympic Stadium during the Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium.
Fireworks light up the Olympic Stadium and the night sky.Fireworks light up the Olympic Stadium and the night sky.
Fireworks illuminate the sky in a fiery rainbow of color.Fireworks illuminate the sky in a fiery rainbow of color.
Fencer Mariel Zagunis leads the U.S. Olympic team around the stadium.Fencer Mariel Zagunis leads the U.S. Olympic team around the stadium.
Reigning Olympic men's 100-meter and 200-meter champion Usain Bolt of Jamaica carries his country's flag.Reigning Olympic men's 100-meter and 200-meter champion Usain Bolt of Jamaica carries his country's flag.
Artists perform during the opening ceremony.Artists perform during the opening ceremony.
Mariel Zagunis of the United States Olympic fencing team carries her country's flag.Mariel Zagunis of the United States Olympic fencing team carries her country's flag.
Croatia's delegation parades during the opening ceremony.Croatia's delegation parades during the opening ceremony.
Fireworks go off over the Olympic Stadium at the official opening of the 2012 Games.Fireworks go off over the Olympic Stadium at the official opening of the 2012 Games.
General view as fireworks illuminate the sky during the opening ceremony.General view as fireworks illuminate the sky during the opening ceremony.
Usain Bolt leads the Jamaican Olympic team around the stadium. Usain Bolt leads the Jamaican Olympic team around the stadium.
Members of Brazil's delegation hold their national flag as they walk during the opening ceremony.Members of Brazil's delegation hold their national flag as they walk during the opening ceremony.
Song-Chol Pak of the DPR Korea Olympic team carries his country's flag.Song-Chol Pak of the DPR Korea Olympic team carries his country's flag.
Spectators wearing 3-D glasses during the opening ceremony.Spectators wearing 3-D glasses during the opening ceremony.
Canadian athletes enter the stadium.Canadian athletes enter the stadium.
Ali Mazaheri of the Iran Olympic boxing team carries his country's flag.Ali Mazaheri of the Iran Olympic boxing team carries his country's flag.
Chinese athletes enter the stadium.Chinese athletes enter the stadium.
Natascha Keller of the German Olympic hockey team carries her country's flag during the opening ceremony.Natascha Keller of the German Olympic hockey team carries her country's flag during the opening ceremony.
The Olympic stadium lit up in red and blue during the opening ceremony. The Olympic stadium lit up in red and blue during the opening ceremony.
A performer in a giant ball is passed around during the opening ceremony.A performer in a giant ball is passed around during the opening ceremony.
Performers dance during the opening ceremony.Performers dance during the opening ceremony.
A parachutist lands outside the Olympic Stadium.A parachutist lands outside the Olympic Stadium.
Performers depict a view of the English countryside.Performers depict a view of the English countryside.
General View of performers during the opening ceremony.General View of performers during the opening ceremony.
Artists perform during the opening ceremony.Artists perform during the opening ceremony.
An actor dressed as Mary Poppins performs in the GOSH and NHS scene.An actor dressed as Mary Poppins performs in the GOSH and NHS scene.
Simon Whitfield of the Canada Olympic triathlon team carries his country's flag.Simon Whitfield of the Canada Olympic triathlon team carries his country's flag.
General view taken as actors perform during the opening ceremony.General view taken as actors perform during the opening ceremony.
Athletes parade during the opening ceremony.Athletes parade during the opening ceremony.
Athletes parade during the opening ceremony.Athletes parade during the opening ceremony.
Artists perform during the opening ceremony.Artists perform during the opening ceremony.
Performers with jetpacks take part in the opening ceremony.Performers with jetpacks take part in the opening ceremony.
Members of the Australia team parde into the stadium.Members of the Australia team parde into the stadium.
Dancers perform during the opening ceremony.Dancers perform during the opening ceremony.
Fireworks go off from Tower Bridge.Fireworks go off from Tower Bridge.
Dancers perform in a scene dramatizing the struggle between life and death.Dancers perform in a scene dramatizing the struggle between life and death.
Artists perform during the opening ceremony.Artists perform during the opening ceremony.
General view taken as actors perform during the opening ceremony.General view taken as actors perform during the opening ceremony.
Dancers perform under a "setting sun" in a scene dramatizing the struggle between life and death.Dancers perform under a "setting sun" in a scene dramatizing the struggle between life and death.
Lord Voldemort looms over the opening ceremony.Lord Voldemort looms over the opening ceremony.
A broad view of the opening ceremony.A broad view of the opening ceremony.
An artist performs with a glowing pacifier during the opening ceremony.An artist performs with a glowing pacifier during the opening ceremony.
Kenneth Branagh performs as Isambard Kingdom Brunel.Kenneth Branagh performs as Isambard Kingdom Brunel.
Drummers dressed in period garb perform during the opening ceremony.Drummers dressed in period garb perform during the opening ceremony.
Performers dance to British music spanning the decades.Performers dance to British music spanning the decades.
Performers from the GOSH, Great Ormond Street Hospital, perform during the opening ceremony.Performers from the GOSH, Great Ormond Street Hospital, perform during the opening ceremony.
Actors perform during the British meadow scene.Actors perform during the British meadow scene.
A general view of the opening ceremony.A general view of the opening ceremony.
Fireworks light up Tower Bridge.Fireworks light up Tower Bridge.
Actors perform during the opening ceremony.Actors perform during the opening ceremony.
Actors perform during the British meadow scene during the opening ceremony.Actors perform during the British meadow scene during the opening ceremony.
Dancers perform in the Gosh and NHS scene.Dancers perform in the Gosh and NHS scene.
Artists dressed in costumes perform.Artists dressed in costumes perform.
Spectators wait under the rain before the ceremony.Spectators wait under the rain before the ceremony.
A young performer holds a balloon.A young performer holds a balloon.
Performers float with umbrellas as they play the role of Mary Poppins.Performers float with umbrellas as they play the role of Mary Poppins.
Children perform a song.Children perform a song.
Olympic rings are assembled.Olympic rings are assembled.
Queen Elizabeth II, right, and Jacques Rogge, president of the International Olympic Committee, attend the ceremony.Queen Elizabeth II, right, and Jacques Rogge, president of the International Olympic Committee, attend the ceremony.
An artist performs during the opening ceremony.An artist performs during the opening ceremony.
British actor Rowan Atkinson in his role as Mr. Bean plays in the orchestra. British actor Rowan Atkinson in his role as Mr. Bean plays in the orchestra.
Artists perform as the sun sets in the background.Artists perform as the sun sets in the background.
Performers drum during the Opening Ceremony.Performers drum during the Opening Ceremony.
The sun sets behind performers.The sun sets behind performers.
Actors and dancers play Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital staff and patients.Actors and dancers play Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital staff and patients.
People wave Union flags during the opening ceremony.People wave Union flags during the opening ceremony.
David Beckham passes under Tower Bridge driving a speedboat named "Max Power," which carries the Olympic Torch.David Beckham passes under Tower Bridge driving a speedboat named "Max Power," which carries the Olympic Torch.
Fireworks are displayed at Tower Bridge.Fireworks are displayed at Tower Bridge.
Giant pictures depicting villains of British literature, including Captain Hook from "Peter Pan," are displayed during the opening ceremony.Giant pictures depicting villains of British literature, including Captain Hook from "Peter Pan," are displayed during the opening ceremony.
Giant puppets depicting Lord Voldemort, center, from the Harry Potter books and the Child Catcher from "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" swirl around the stage in the opening ceremony.Giant puppets depicting Lord Voldemort, center, from the Harry Potter books and the Child Catcher from "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" swirl around the stage in the opening ceremony.
Spectators watch the Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.Spectators watch the Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.
The Red Arrows disappear over London ahead of the opening ceremony.The Red Arrows disappear over London ahead of the opening ceremony.
Freshly "forged" Olympic Rings fly above the chimneys during The Age of Industry scene.Freshly "forged" Olympic Rings fly above the chimneys during The Age of Industry scene.
A general view of the inside of the stadium during the opening ceremony.A general view of the inside of the stadium during the opening ceremony.
An actor dressed to resemble Britain's Queen Elizabeth II parachutes into the stadium.An actor dressed to resemble Britain's Queen Elizabeth II parachutes into the stadium.
Artists perform during the opening ceremony.Artists perform during the opening ceremony.
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, attends the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Oluympic Games on Friday, July 27.Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, attends the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Oluympic Games on Friday, July 27.
Huge chimneys emerge from the ground to symbolize the industrial revolution.Huge chimneys emerge from the ground to symbolize the industrial revolution.
Drummers during the opening ceremony.Drummers during the opening ceremony.
A general view of Olympic Stadium during the opening ceremony.A general view of Olympic Stadium during the opening ceremony.
Artists perform during the opening ceremony.Artists perform during the opening ceremony.
A general view of the Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.A general view of the Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.
Actors perform during the industrial revolution scene.Actors perform during the industrial revolution scene.
The Olympic rings form.The Olympic rings form.
General view taken during a scene of The Age of Industry.General view taken during a scene of The Age of Industry.
The Olympic rings are assembled above the stadium in a scene depicting the Industrial Revolution.The Olympic rings are assembled above the stadium in a scene depicting the Industrial Revolution.
An inflatable yellow submarine floats above artists.An inflatable yellow submarine floats above artists.
Inflatable yellow submarines float above artists during The Age of Industry scene.Inflatable yellow submarines float above artists during The Age of Industry scene.
The London Symphony Orchestra performs during the opening ceremony.The London Symphony Orchestra performs during the opening ceremony.
Artists perform during the opening ceremony.Artists perform during the opening ceremony.
A young performer holds a balloon bearing the Olympic rings.A young performer holds a balloon bearing the Olympic rings.
Artists arrive in a horse and carriage.Artists arrive in a horse and carriage.
Artists perform during the opening ceremony.Artists perform during the opening ceremony.
Performers depict a view of the English countryside.Performers depict a view of the English countryside.
Bradley Wiggins, the first British winner of the Tour De France cycle race, waves to the audience.Bradley Wiggins, the first British winner of the Tour De France cycle race, waves to the audience.
Cricketers play on the pitch during the preshow.Cricketers play on the pitch during the preshow.
Artists arrive before the start of the opening ceremony.Artists arrive before the start of the opening ceremony.
Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge at the start of the London 2012 Olympics Opening Ceremony.Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge at the start of the London 2012 Olympics Opening Ceremony.
Artists take the field for the meadow scene.Artists take the field for the meadow scene.
Actors perform during the British meadow scene.Actors perform during the British meadow scene.
A robotic camera captures an overview of the Olympic Stadium at the start of the London 2012 Opening Ceremony.A robotic camera captures an overview of the Olympic Stadium at the start of the London 2012 Opening Ceremony.
The Red Arrows fly over the Olympic Stadium and the ArcelorMittal Orbit Tower.The Red Arrows fly over the Olympic Stadium and the ArcelorMittal Orbit Tower.
Danny Boyle, the London 2012 artistic director, addresses the audience.Danny Boyle, the London 2012 artistic director, addresses the audience.
Spectators take shelter under umbrellas prior to the start of the opening ceremony.Spectators take shelter under umbrellas prior to the start of the opening ceremony.
The Red Arrows fly over Olympic Stadium before the opening ceremony.The Red Arrows fly over Olympic Stadium before the opening ceremony.
A balloon flies over spectators prior to the opening ceremony.A balloon flies over spectators prior to the opening ceremony.
Fans take photos as cows are lead across the stadium floor.Fans take photos as cows are lead across the stadium floor.
A man wearing glasses waits for the start of the opening ceremony.A man wearing glasses waits for the start of the opening ceremony.
Performers prepare for the opening ceremony.Performers prepare for the opening ceremony.
The countdown to the start of the opening ceremonies is projected across the stands while the Red Arrows, the Royal Air Force aerobatic team fly over the Olympic Stadium. Photos: Olympics get under wayThe countdown to the start of the opening ceremonies is projected across the stands while the Red Arrows, the Royal Air Force aerobatic team fly over the Olympic Stadium. Photos: Olympics get under way
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Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
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Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
Olympics: Opening ceremony
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Olympics: Opening ceremonyOlympics: Opening ceremony

The 27-year-old Phelps, who already has 14 gold medals from previous Games, had been looking to add to his pot of Olympic gold, and will get another shot when he likely faces Lochte in the 200-meter individual medley, as well as the 200-meter and 100-meter butterfly.

Lochte wins gold, no medal for Phelps

But the Games' attention quickly shifted on Saturday to Lochte's dominating performance.

A first for USA Olympic swim team

"I know it's my time and I'm ready," he said after his win.

History was made soon after the race, when China's Sun Yang won the men's 400-meter freestyle, becoming the first Chinese man ever to win an Olympic gold medal in swimming.

China's Ye Shiwen made history of her own by breaking the world record in the women's swimming 400-meter individual medley, with a time of 4:28:43. American Elizabeth Beisel took the silver medal in the medley.

The Games' host faced disappointment when it failed to pick up a single medal on Saturday, particularly when Hannah Miley, considered one of Britain's best swimmers, finished fifth in the event.

"Apologies if anyone had high expectations of me," Miley said. "I gave it absolutely everything I had."

THE FIRST GOLD

Earlier Saturday, China claimed the first Olympic gold of the games with a victory for 23-year-old Siling Yi in the women's 10-meter air rifle shooting.

"I'm very excited and happy," she said, quoted by the official Games website. The world's No. 1 shooter, who started at age 13, said there had been "a lot of pressure" on her to perform.

China's veteran weightlifter Wang Mingjuan, 26, also powered her way to gold, besting silver medalist Hiromi Miyake of Japan by lifting a combined total of 205 kilograms.

"The gold is the reward for my 12 years' hard work, my dream came true today," she told Chinese state-run media.

Italy also made a strong showing by securing two gold medals, while the United States, South Korea, Brazil, Russia, Kazakhstan and Australia each took one.

MEN'S GYMNASTICS

The U.S. men's gymnastics team led in qualifications over Russia and Great Britain and will advance to the team finals. Scores from the qualifying round do not carry into team finals, which will take place Monday.

Four U.S. men also advanced to the individual event finals. Danell Leyva and John Orozco were first and fourth, respectively, in the qualifying rankings for the all-around.

FIRST SANCTION FOR DOPING

Controversy reared its head early, as Albanian weightlifter Hysen Pulaku became the first athlete to be sanctioned for failing an anti-doping test at the London Games.

Pulaku, 20, tested positive Monday for the banned anabolic steroid stanozolol, and has been excluded from the competition.

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

Beijing bronze medal winner Russia defeated Canada on Saturday as the women's basketball competition started. Team USA beat Croatia by a score of 81-56.

All teams are trying to keep the U.S. women from winning their fourth straight gold medal. Team USA has played Australia for gold in each of the past three Olympics.

Money, medals and more: The Olympics by the numbers

CNN's David Ariosto, Stephanie Halasz, Amanda Davies and Laura Smith-Spark contributed to this report.
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