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Rio Olympics 2016: Breaking down the U.S. Olympic track and field team

The sprinting showdown between the U.S. and Jamaica will once again highlight the track events at the Summer Olympics.

Jamaica's Usain Bolt has dominated Justin Gatlin of the U.S. in the 100 meters for years, and 2016 will be Gatlin's last shot at beating Bolt at an Olympics. The women's 4x100m relay rematch between the U.S. and Jamaica will be a thrill to watch, as well.

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There are plenty of opportunities to watch U.S. athletes run, jump and throw their way to gold in Rio.