It's the kind of thing that athletes always say, especially ones who are usually behind.

That's what all athletes used to do in the off season, somebody said.

Great athletes always say they will know when it's time to retire.

I've never liked it when an athlete says he's retired and then comes back.

"They didn't thank me," the athlete said in a low voice.

Some athletes said they would not be sorry to leave Atlanta when their competition was over.

Both athletes said they were innocent and began a rigorous defense.

Some Iraqi athletes say the effort has already had an impact.

Professional athletes rarely say such things just to be nice.

The athletes again looked around and said they did not see anyone die.