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Local Olympians won medals, fell short, overcame injuries and broke records. Here are their stories.
The Paris Olympics closed Sunday, ending a 16-day testament to the human spirit, gender equity and French hospitality. Staged to celebrate the city’s grandeur, the Games legacy will be its iconic venues and a groundbreaking equal number of male and female …