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They took their opponent for granted in Athens. They left the 2004 Olympics "bitter" and silenced by their unplanned, early exit. Suffice it to say, Bob and Mike Bryan have unfinished business in Beijing.

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The tennis competition in Beijing will feature some of the best players from both the ATP and WTA tours. Each nation is allowed a maximum of six representatives in the event.

Tennis All-time Medal Count

CountryGoldSilverBronzeTotal
GBR15.513.513.542.5
USA165.59.531
FRA56718
GER2.5529.5

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