Newz Forum: OLYMPICS: Greene among three Americans into 100m semifinals

Athens, Greece (Sports Network) - Defending Olympic champion Maurice Greene was among three United States sprinters to move into the semifinals of the 100 meters after second-round heats Saturday night.

Americans had three of the four fastest times in qualifying with Shawn Crawford leading the way, as he won his heat in 9.89 seconds. Greene won his heat in 9.93 seconds.

Francis Obikewlu of Poland also won his heat in 9.93 seconds, while American Justin Gatlin captured his in 9.96 seconds for the fourth fastest time overall. The semifinals and finals are Sunday night.