PBS NewsHour

1 stunning defeat, but also historic victories for Team USA

Clip: 08/12/2016 | 7m 25s

The U.S. women’s soccer team suffered a shocking defeat in an Olympic quarterfinal match on Friday. In better news for Team USA, Simone Biles triumphed in the gymnastics all-around competition, Michael Phelps earned a historic 26th career Olympic medal and Simone Manuel became the first black swimmer to win gold. Jeffrey Brown speaks with USA Today’s Christine Brennan.

Aired: 08/12/16

Rating: NR

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