Article 6PJ4G Haley Batten survives puncture to win mountain bike silver for USA

Haley Batten survives puncture to win mountain bike silver for USA

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Haley Batten overtook Rio gold medalist Jenny Rissveds on the final lap to give the US its best-ever finish in Olympic mountain biking. Sweden's Rissveds earned an emotional bronze after spending two years away from the sport to focus on her mental health.

I visualized finishing with the medal around my neck for a long time," Batten said, so I knew I'd feel something special, but I can't explain how amazing that is."

French rider Pauline Ferrand-Prevot took the gold at her home Games, a title that has long eluded her during her decorated career.

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