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Olympic Gold Medalist Stripped of Medal

Amy Austin — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 18:45:39 +0000

I guess it was just a matter of time. It's bad enough that the athletes participating in the Olympic Badminton event were cheating, but now there are athletes who actually cheat in other ways! Nadzeya Ostapchuk, of Belarus, a shot putter, is now the first athlete to be stripped of a medal at the London Olympics after her gold was withdrawn today for doping.

Olympians Pay Heavy Taxes On Medals, Bonuses and Sponsorships

Amy Austin — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 15:05:50 +0000

When I read this, I couldn’t believe it, U.S. Olympians get taxed on their medals. They also are taxed heavily at 35%, on their cash prize from winning a medal. According to CNN, a gold medal, which is worth $650, could cost athletes about $236 in taxes. While a bronze metal, which is worth $5, [...]

Michael Phelps Makes Olympic History [VIDEO]

Amy Austin — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 15:04:34 +0000

What a night to remember at the 2012 London Olympics yesterday. History was made and U.S.A. is on a definite roll. Michael Phelps takes home his 19th Olympic medal last night, making him the most decorated Olympian of all time! What a thrill it was to watch the world’s greatest swimmer, swim to the wall [...]

What Would You or Your Spouse Win a Gold Medal In?

Amy Austin — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 19:30:33 +0000

The last time I checked the Olympic medal totals - U.S.A. had 19, tied with China. Way to go U.S.A. Since the 2012 London Olympics are here, Big D and Bubba posed the question this morning, "what would you or your spouse win gold in?" We thought it would fun to see what your answers would be.