Phelps breaks record with 19th medal

Michael Phelps swam his way to a new level Tuesday, becoming the winningest Olympian ever. Earlier Team USA's "Fab Five" women gymnasts won their team gold. FULL STORY | WHAT TO WATCH FOR WEDNESDAY | U.S. GOLD | PHOTOS

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