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Alix Klineman and
Maggie Kozuch and
Laura Ludwig in the quarterfinals. But don't let the seeding fool you: Ludwig posed a threat as one of the best defenders of all time -- having won beach volleyball gold alongside former partner
Kira Walkenhorst at the 2016 Rio Olympics. Going into the match, Ross had 17 Olympic wins to Ludwig's 16.
Klineman and Ross -- the latter on her quest for a first Olympic gold after winning silver at the 2012 London Games and bronze alongside
Kerri Walsh Jennings at Rio 2016 -- fought experienced opponents and tough weather conditions, as rain splattered the volleyball court. But following a slow start, the American duo tied the Germans at 12-12 -- and battled point-for-point for an advantage. Still tied at 19-19, the Germans issued their second challenge after a ball was initially called out -- but, unlike in the
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TOKYO, JAPAN - JULY 25: Katie Ledecky of Team United States competes in heat three of the Women's 400m Freestyle on day two of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Tokyo Aquatics Centre on July 25, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images) (2021 Getty Images)
It’s hard to believe we’re only going into the third day of competition in Tokyo given how much action we’ve already witnessed at the Games. Of course, there have been highlights as well as letdowns, but that’s part of the thrill. Imagine... putting in years of training for minutes, even seconds of competition. One misstep or bad day can dash dreams of getting to the medal stand. One outstanding performance can land you gold. That’s why we watch.
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