Inside: The Week In Sports

Olympic Sports
Tyson Gay claims the title of Olympic favorite in the 100 ? Sprinter Lauryn Williams just misses gold ? Jason Kidd takes charge of Team USA ? Meet the boxers who won the U.S. Olympic trials

Golf
Some thought the FedEx Cup opener seemed empty without Tiger Woods , but Steve Stricker took the opportunity to revive his career ? Dottie Pepper celebrates amateur hour

NASCAR
A rejuvenated Kurt Busch makes a charge for the Chase ? Bristol winner Carl Edwards is getting hot when it counts ? Finally, a strong run for Kasey Kahne , but his woes aren't over

Baseball
Brothers Chris and Shelley Duncan have been unexpected hits while their father has worked his usual magic with the Cards' pitching staff ? The teams that are best at closing out a quality start

POWER LAUNCH Reese Hoffa of the U.S. won the world championship in the shot put at Nagai Stadium in Osaka , Japan , last Saturday with a throw of 72'3 3/4". Teammate Adam Nelson finished second with a mark of 70'10 3/4".