Rebecca Soni won her first gold medal at the London Olympics and broke her world record time in the 200-meter breaststroke on Thursday. The Plainsboro native pushed her way ahead and came out on top with a time of 2:19.59, ahead of Japan’s Satomi Suzuki by 1.13 seconds. But this gold medal probably doesn’t come as a surprise to most, as Soni also shaved .12 seconds off the world record time during Wednesday’s semifinals to take Canada's Annamay Pierse spot for the title. On Monday Soni snagged her first medal from the London Olympics, silver in the 100-meter breaststroke. She was beat out by …
Plainsboro native Rebecca Soni set a world record for the 200-meter breaststroke, and will compete Thursday in the finals for another Olympic medal. During the semifinals, Soni beat the former record-holder with a time of 2:20:00. Canada's Annamay Pierse set the former record in 2009 with a time of 2:20.12, according to a report on the Huffington Post. On Monday Soni snagged her first medal from the London Olympics, silver in the 100-meter breaststroke. She was beat out by Lithuania’s 15-year-old Ruta Meilutyte, who took the gold. Born in Freehold and later moved to Plainsboro, Soni …
Twenty-five-year-old Rebecca Soni is taking home a silver medal from the 2012 London Olympics in the 100-meter breaststroke. Soni came in with the time of 1:05.55, falling .08 seconds behind Lithuania’s 15-year-old Ruta Meilutyte who took the gold with a time of 1:05.47. At start of the race it appeared there was a malfunction with the starting gun, but noone was disqualified. Later this week Soni will compete in heats for the 200-meter breaststroke and the 4x100 medley relay. Four years ago Soni took home the gold medal at the Beijing Olympics for the 200-meter breaststroke, and two silver …
From Michael Phelps winning eight gold medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics to Nadia Comăneci receiving the first perfect 10 in 1976, there have been several unforgettable moments in Olympic history. As hundreds of world-class athletes prepare to compete in the 2012 Summer Olympic Games beginning July 27, Patch is celebrating the start of the games by posting Olympic trivia questions all this week. Select your answers to the questions below. The correct answers will be given this evening. 1. Which team leads all other teams in the Opening Ceremony procession? Team USA Great Britain The Greek…
They've put in innumerable hours of sweat, blood and tears to get where they are today. They are among the best of the best and are ready to prove their mettle. 529 athletes from 45 states will represent the United States at the 2012 Olympic Games in London. They are competing in events as diverse as athletics, fencing, rowing, soccer and basketball. For everyone, from swimmer Katie Ledecky, 15, to 54-year-old equestrian jumper Karen O’Connor, these Games represent the culmination of all the hard work and dedication they've put in to win the coveted medal. It's time to meet the Olympians from…
From Michael Phelps winning eight gold medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics to Nadia Comăneci receiving the first perfect 10 in 1976, there have been several unforgettable moments in Olympic history. As hundreds of world-class athletes prepare to compete in the 2012 Summer Olympic Games beginning July 27, Patch is celebrating the start of the games by posting Olympic trivia questions all this week. Select your answers to the questions below. The correct answers will be given this evening. 1. Which country has won at least one gold medal in every Summer Games? The United States China …
From Michael Phelps winning eight gold medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics to Nadia Comăneci receiving the first perfect 10 in 1976, there have been several unforgettable moments in Olympic history. As hundreds of world-class athletes prepare to compete in the 2012 Summer Olympic Games beginning July 27, Patch is celebrating the start of the games by posting Olympic trivia questions all this week. Select your answers to the questions below. The correct answers will be given this evening. 1. "Which of these cities has never hosted the Games?" Moscow Seoul Madrid Melbourne Answer: Madrid. …
There’s something about watching Olympic athletes that makes you want to get off the couch and go break a world record. Well, maybe not a world record. But at least run around outside. Which is why Patch is excited to be joining with First Lady Michelle Obama for Olympic Fun Day. The first lady is leading the U.S. Olympic delegation at the Summer Games opening ceremonies in London on Friday July 27. Her fitness initiative, Let’s Move, and Patch are teaming up to bring Olympic sports to life for you and your family in your town. Here's how: 1. If you (or anyone you know) are interested in …
From Michael Phelps winning eight gold medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics to Nadia Comăneci receiving the first perfect 10 in 1976, there have been several unforgettable moments in Olympic history. As hundreds of world-class athletes prepare to compete in the 2012 Summer Olympic Games beginning July 27, Patch is celebrating the start of the games by posting Olympic trivia questions all this week. Select your answers to the questions below. The correct answers will be given this evening. 1. Which author of the seminal book on baby and child care was also a gold medalist. Dr. Benjamin Spock…
From Michael Phelps winning eight gold medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics to Nadia Comăneci receiving the first perfect 10 in 1976, there have been several unforgettable moments in Olympic history. As hundreds of world-class athletes prepare to compete in the 2012 Summer Olympic Games beginning July 27, Patch is celebrating the start of the games by posting Olympic trivia questions all this week. Select your answers to the questions below. The correct answers will be given by 7 p.m. today. 1. Which famous literary and film character has been played by no less than four Olympians on screen…
