The stories behind the sports and the athletes are part of what makes the Olympics such a special competition around the world. The popular magazine show the “Olympic Zone” is a showcase of Olympics content that sets the stage for the most important action every night of the Games.
Catch stories from the “Olympic Zone” on Click2Houston.com throughout the Games.
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