Three American flags rose into the air at the same time in Maracana Stadium. The "Star-Spangled Banner" was played again.
The Brazilian audience in the stadium felt nothing for the song. They discussed the might and strength of the U.S.
"I saw an article that said that the U.S. team was affected by a drug scandal, and they in bad shape. It looks like that isn't the case."
"Don't believe the media. When have they ever been honest? The U.S. team has already won two out of five gold medals. That is impressive."
"The U.S. National Track and Field Team is deserves to be considered number one in the world. Even the negative effects of the performance-enhancing drug scandal, causing so many strong athletes missing the game, can't hold them back."
At that moment, many Americans watching the event in public venues around the U.S. cheered
