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Sun Yang came joint first with Park at 1:44.93 in the men's 200m freestyle at the London Olympics on Monday. But the Republic of Korea’s flag was raised above China's flag during the victory ceremony.

Ticket scandal overshadows Games opening

Olympic organisers scrambled on Sunday to quell a scandal over depressing TV images of half-empty stands at the London Olympics as a government minister said an urgent inquiry had been launched to identify just who had failed to show up, and why.

Men's beach volleyball preliminary matches

The US defeated South Africa,Brazil defeated Norway, and Canada defeated Britain during the men's beach volleyball preliminary matches at the Horse Guards Parade during the London 2012 Olympic Games July 28, 2012.

Women's beach volleyball preliminary matches

The US defeated Australia,Switzerland defeated Greece, and Czech Republic defeated Austria during the women's beach volleyball preliminary matches at the Horse Guards Parade during the London 2012 Olympic Games July 28, 2012.

sports

Rowing

The Rowing competition at the London 2012 Games will feature extraordinary displays of power and passion on the world-class waters at Eton Dorney.

Shooting

During the London 2012 Games, nearly 400 competitors are shooting for gold across 15 dramatic events.

Sailing

The waters of Weymouth Bay and Portland Harbor play host to 10 exhilarating Sailing events. Mastery over ever-changing conditions on open water requires skill and nerve.

Modern Pentathlon

At the London 2012 Games Modern Pentathlon celebrates 100 years as part of the Olympic Games.

Judo

Judo contests are a five-minute whirlwind of combat, with athletes attempting a combination of throws and holds in a bid to defeat their opponents.

Hockey

Played by teams of 11 on an outdoor pitch, hockey is a long-time Olympic favorite, offering non-stop action over 14 days of competition.

Wrestling

Recognised as one of the world's oldest sports, Wrestling was first held at the ancient Olympics in 708 BC, and Greco-Roman Wrestling was included at the Athens 1896 Games, the first of the modern era.