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Lolo Jones Wins a Gold Medal, Though Not in Hurdles

Lolo Jones jumped over a hurdle Sunday to win a gold medal, but that hurdle was only figurative. The United States bobsledding team won it in the combined bobsled-skeleton team event at the world championships, the AP reports. Jones was the brakewoman for Elana Meyers on the women's side of the team. The event added the times in the two-man bobsled in both the men's and women's skeleton to determine a winner.

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

Mexico's play in the group stage was questionable at best. However, their play in the knockout stages has been a revelation as the team has won both games with a combination of timely scoring, heart, and strong defense. Now they face their greatest test in Brazil. Brazil is a potent offense that will test Mexico's defense more than any other team has. But Mexico can still win their first ever gold medal and here are the reasons why.

Olympics Soccer 2012 Final: Mexico vs. Brazil Preview; Sandro or Salcido and the Team Dominating the Midfield

When Mexico and Brazil step on the field Saturday for the Gold Medal match, both squads will be battling for their first ever chance at Gold. For coming days, we will take a look at each squad in every area of the field to see which squad holds the edge.ers.