Reigning world champ Evan Lysacek finished second while ice dancers Ben Agosto and Tanith Belbin took the top spot at the Cup of China in Beijing, the third of six Grand Prix events to take place before the Olympics.

Beneath the first tier of stars, another group of Olympians have both the talent and the persona to become a story in their own right.

On February 12, 2010, Canada will showcase one of its finest cities, as Vancouver hosts the XXI Olympic Winter Games. Here's a look at some of the key story lines that will play out over the two weeks of competition.

Some will look to build on previous Olympic success, while others will look for redemption. Here's a look at the returning U.S. Olympic veterans who will try and make their mark on the Vancouver Games.

Site of WWII bombings seeks to make a bid for the 2020 Summer Games.