Coverage of the Olympic Games

Photos: Olympic Tragedies, Mishaps and Scandals

The Olympic Games are about bringing the world together for a few days of peaceful competition and good sportsmanship. But humans being humans, that lofty goal sometimes falls short. A look back at the tragedies, mishaps and scandals of Olympics past.

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