US swimming takes early lead in Tokyo, with first six medals of post-Phelps era
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Chase Kalisz got things started, claiming the first American gold at the Olympic pool. By the time the morning was done, the powerhouse team had a whole bunch of medals.
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US Olympic swimming has best day ever, taking 6 medals at Tokyo Games
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Olympics Archery-S.Koreans sweep qualifying, eye longest gold streak : r/korea
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Message Sent: 21 and Counting for Michael Phelps - The New York Times
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Michael Phelps' Amazing Olympic Swimming Career, By The Numbers
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Japan's sibling judokas strike gold, while fencer Cannone wins France's first at the Games
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Tokyo Olympics: US Swimming wins historic six medals on opening day - Sports Illustrated
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Phelps wins his first gold – Orange County Register
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Powerhouse US swim team shines with 6 medals, 1st US gold