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13 hours ago

The Olympics arrive with the US a favorite, rekindling fond memories of 1980's Miracle on Ice'

Members of the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team remain celebrated nationwide decades after their Lake Placid gold, though they live quiet, golf-focused lives.
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

The Montreal Biodome: From Olympic Velodrome to a Space for Life

The history of the Olympic Games, while marked by athletic achievement, is consistently contrasted by infrastructure challenges. Across host cities, from Athens to Rio and Beijing, similar issues arise: significant cost overruns and the complex issue of legacy. The big question is: What is the best viable long-term use for purpose-built sport venues? Montreal's 1976 Games shared this fate after building an Olympic Park that faced heavy criticism for cost overruns and debt from specialized construction.
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