After an elaborate opening ceremony on August 8, 2008, the Summer Games
officially kicked off in Beijing with athletes from all over the world
looking to make their mark, and represent their country, on the Olympic
stage.
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Jason Kidd, Chris Paul and Deron Williams of the United States pose with their medals after the men's basketball gold medal match of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games on Aug. 24, 2008, at the Olympic basketball Arena in Beijing.
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