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Historic performance captivates nation Posted Sunday, August 24, 2008 10:05 AM ET By the Associated Press As a 12-year-old boy, Iceland's president listened to the radio broadcast of his country's first Olympic silver medal. More than 50 years later, he watched his nation claim its second, losing to France in men's handball.
France wins final gold of Beijing Games Posted Sunday, August 24, 2008 2:16 AM ET By the Associated Press France has won the last gold medal of the Beijing Games, beating Iceland 28-23 in men's team handball to deny the small Nordic country its first gold in an Olympic event. Iceland earned its first handball silver medal.
Spain upsets Croatia, wins bronze Posted Sunday, August 24, 2008 12:04 AM ET Spain defeated 2004 Olympic champion Croatia to capture the bronze medal at the men's handball tournament of the Beijing Games. Juan Garcia and Carlos Prieto had seven goals each in the the Spaniard's 35-29 win.
Poland edges Russia for fifth place Posted Saturday, August 23, 2008 8:43 PM ET Poland's men's handball team finished the Beijing Games in fifth place. The Poles defeated Russia 29-28. Poland's Mariusz Jurasik scored six goals, while Eduard Koksharov led the Russians with ten. Recap the action here.
Danes end on a positive note Posted Saturday, August 23, 2008 6:24 PM ET Denmark's handball men ended the Beijing Games on a positive note as they beat South Korea 37-26 to finish seventh at the Olympics. Mikkel Hansen led Denmark with eight goals, South Korea's Ko Kyungsoo scored 10.
Norway's girls golden for the first time Posted Saturday, August 23, 2008 2:14 AM ET By the Associated Press Norway's handball women have won the Olympic gold medal for the first time. The Norwegians, who won all eight matches at the Beijing Games, defeated Russia 34-27. Linn-Kristin Riegelhuth led Norway with nine goals.
South Korea claims bronze Posted Friday, August 22, 2008 10:30 PM ET
South Korea's women claimed bronze and prevented a European medal sweep at the Olympic handball tournaments. The Koreans went on a 6-1 run in the final minutes of the game to defeat Hungary 33-28.
France eases past China to secure fifth place Posted Friday, August 22, 2008 8:43 PM ET The French women's handball team defeated host China easily to finish the Beijing Games in fifth place. France's Sophie Herbrecht and Veronique Pecqueux-Rolland led with seven goals each in their 31-23 win.
Romania beats Sweden to finish seventh Posted Friday, August 22, 2008 6:31 PM ET Romania's women's handball team finished the Beijing Games in seventh place with a 34-30 win over Sweden. Romania's Ionela Stanca and Laura Meirosu had six goals each. Isabelle Gullden scored nine for Sweden.
Consistent Frenchmen meet surprising Icelanders Posted Friday, August 22, 2008 7:54 AM ET By the Associated Press
France and Iceland won their semifinals in men's handball, ensuring a first-time Olympic gold medalist. Iceland beat Spain 36-30, while France defeated reigning Olympic champion Croatia 25-23 to set up Sunday's final.
Amazing Icelanders reach for gold Posted Friday, August 22, 2008 6:53 AM ET The surprising run of Iceland's men's handball team leads to the gold medal match of the Beijing Games. The Icelanders defeated Spain 36-30 and have reached the Olympic final for the first time. Recap their semifinal here.
Poland to play for fifth place Posted Friday, August 22, 2008 12:54 AM ET Poland's men's handball team defeated South Korea 29-26 to reach the classification game for fifth place at the Beijing Games. Mariusz Jurasik led Poland, which will face Russia on Sunday, with seven goals.
Russia wins on last-second goal Posted Thursday, August 21, 2008 10:32 PM ET Russia's men's handball team defeated Denmark 28-27 to reach the classification match for fifth place on Sunday. Alexey Kamanin scored the game-winning goal seconds before the buzzer. Recap the game here.
Undefeated France reaches gold medal game Posted Thursday, August 21, 2008 9:52 PM ET
France knocked out the defending Olympic champion and reached the gold medal match of the men's handball tournament. The French defeated Croatia 25-23. Daniel Narcisse and Cedric Burdet led France with six goals.
Hammerseng hammers Norway into final Posted Thursday, August 21, 2008 8:26 AM ET By the Associated Press
Gro Hammerseng scored as time expired to lead Norway to a 29-28 win over South Korea on Thursday in the Olympic women's handball semifinals. The Norwegians will face Russia, which defeated Hungary, on Saturday.
Russia joins Norway in gold medal match Posted Thursday, August 21, 2008 6:48 AM ET The Russian handball women will face Norway in the gold medal match of the Beijing Games. Russia defeated Hungary 22-20. Irina Poltoratskaya led the Russians with seven goals. Recap the action here.
Undefeated Norwegians reach gold medal match Posted Thursday, August 21, 2008 3:10 AM ET
Norway is the first team to reach the gold medal match of the women's handball tournament after defeating South Korea 29-28. The Norwegians have won all seven games and will face Hungary or Russia on Saturday.
France edges Romania in double-overtime Posted Thursday, August 21, 2008 1:32 AM ET The French women's handball team defeated Romania 36-34 after two sets of overtime and will play China for fifth place. Romania can finish the Olympic Games in seventh place if it defeats Sweden on Saturday.
China edges Sweden 20-19 Posted Wednesday, August 20, 2008 10:35 PM ET The Chinese women's handball team won its classification match against Sweden 20-19. China will now play for fifth place overall on Saturday, while Sweden can finish seventh. Recap the game's stats here.
Croatia still alive for Olympic repeat Posted Wednesday, August 20, 2008 8:13 AM ET By the Associated Press Defending Olympic champion Croatia reached the men's handball semifinals Wednesday with a 26-24 win over Denmark. The Croats will meet France, which defeated Russia. Iceland and Spain complete the semifinals.
Spain meets Iceland in semis Posted Wednesday, August 20, 2008 6:46 AM ET Spain's men's handball team made sure that the Olympic semifinals are an all-European affair. Spain defeated South Korea 29-24 and will meet Iceland on Friday. France and Croatia will play the second semifinal.
Team handball: Where is the U.S.? Posted Wednesday, August 20, 2008 5:54 AM ET By Dawn Allinger Lewis, Special to NBCOlympics.com Former U.S. handball national player Dawn Allinger Lewis takes a look at the prospects of professional team handball in the U.S.
Defending champion still in the run for gold Posted Wednesday, August 20, 2008 2:55 AM ET
With a 7-3 run in the last 12 minutes of the game, Croatia's men's handball team secured a place in the semifinals of the Beijing Games. The defending Olympic champion defeated Denmark 26-24. Recap the action here.
Iceland's surprising run continues Posted Wednesday, August 20, 2008 12:51 AM ET Iceland men's handball team continued its surprising run as it defeated Poland 32-30. Poland moves on to the consolation round, while Iceland will play the winner of South Korea vs. Spain in the semifinals.
Hungary upsets Romania, Russia advances Posted Tuesday, August 19, 2008 8:15 AM ET By the Associated Press It took a while, but Russia prevailed Tuesday in the Olympic women's handball quarterfinals. The Russians defeated France 32-31 in two overtimes and advanced to play Hungary in the semifinals Thursday.

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