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From Sleek Swimsuits to Specialized Running Shoes, These Five Innovations Transformed the Olympics
Brian Handwerk Science Correspondent The essence of Olympic competition hasn’t changed over the years. The Games are still about the world’s best athletes gathering to see which of them can truly move faster, higher and stronger. But technology has …