Michael Phelps Turns Down Return to 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro

The man considered to be the best swimmer in the world won't be competing for any more Olympic Gold in 2016.

Super Bowl 2013 - News Update: Michael Phelps Says Baltimore Ravens Star Ray Lewis Helped Him Win Olympic Medals

Who would have ever thought that Super Bowl-winning linebacker Ray Lewis, of all people, would have helped inspire one of the greatest athletes of his generation to come back for another historic appearance at the Olympic Games?

Jeremy Lin's Knicks Departure: Source Claims Carmelo Anthony Was Behind It, Says ESPN

ESPN story speaks to source pointing finger at Knicks star Anthony for Lin, Mike D'Antoni's exit from the Big Apple

Olympic Soccer 2012 Final: Mexico vs. Brazil Recap: Why Brazil Lost and the Damage It Will Do Until the 2014 World Cup

Brazil's loss at the Olympic final against Mexico is not only an unexpected result, but also a damaging blow to this Brazilian squad.

Usain Bolt's 2012 4x100m Relay Final Schedule at Olympics: Jamaica Looking to Repeat Beijing 2008 Victory; Lineups, Video

In 2008, it was Jamaica's Nesta Carter, Michael Frater, Usain Bolt and Asafa Powell who not only earned the gold medal for the men's 4x100 meter relay but also established a new world record with 37.10 seconds.

Olympics Soccer 2012 Final: Mexico vs Brazil Schedule, Preview, Prediction

Here it is. At 10 AM ETD on August 11, Mexico and Brazil face off for the gold medal at the 2012 London Olympics. One team will make history and the other will go home awaiting the next four years for another crack at the coveted gold. This team is a match of heavyweight soccer countries with neither ever winning a gold medal. For Mexico this is their first ever crack at it. For Brazil, it is not the first try, but it is the most important and defining of their history.

Usain Bolt's 200M Gold Medal Silences All Controversy; Sprinter Writes Olympics History in London 2012 (VIDEOS)

Usain Bolt has done it again.

Olympics Soccer 2012 Final: Mexico vs. Brazil Schedule and Preview; Why Brazil Will Win

Brazil has been frustrating to watch throughout the tournament as their tremendous offensive output is not matched by an equally compelling display of defensive responsibility. Their opponents in the gold medal match have proven to be disciplined on the back throughout and present Brazil's toughest task. But there are several reasons to believe that destiny is on their side and that they will prevail with their first ever gold medal. Here they are.

Gold Medal Winning Swimmer Cameron Van der Burgh Admits to Cheating in Final Race at London 2012 Olympics

South African Swimmer Cameron van der Burgh admitted to cheating on the 100-meter breaststroke final in which he won the gold medal.

Mexico vs. Japan Soccer Match Live Online Streaming: 2012 Olympics Soccer Semifinals Leg 1 Tied at 1-1 by Half Time

Mexico and Japan were tied 1-1 by halftime in a game that decides who advances to the gold medal match on August 11.

Ryan Lochte Girlfriend 2012: Desirable Female to the Swimmer Revealed; Not Blair Evans (VIDEO)

In a recent interview with CNN, Ryan Lochte, the American swimmer who just capped off a noteworthy performance at the London Olympics, told Piers Morgan about a woman he regarded as gorgeous.

Men's Olympic Soccer 2012 Quarter Finals Schedule: Japan vs. Egypt Preview and Prediction

The quarter finals of the men's soccer tournament at the Olympics get started on Saturday with a major showdown between Egypt and Japan. Which side has the edge in this contest?

Olympic Soccer 2012 Quarter Finals Schedule: Brazil vs. Honduras Preview, Prediction

Brazil and Honduras present what is likely to be the most anticipated match of the day. With Spain out of the picture, Brazil is the undisputed favorite of the tournament to win gold. Honduras will look to stop the party from happening.

Olympic Soccer 2012 Quarter Finals Schedule: Great Britain vs. Korea Republic Preview, Prediction

Great Britain and Korea close out the final day of the quarter finals in a matchup that will have all of London anxious.

Michael Phelps' Father and Other Notable Parents at London 2012 Olympics Spark Interest in Athletes' Familial Background (VIDEOS)

Michael Phelps is now a historical figure in the OIympic Pantheon, but he has lost some of the spotlight after Chad Le Clos’ father took it from him.