7/1/08

Chris Solinsky's plan to secure a berth on the U.S. Olympic track and field team went awry late Monday night, and the former University of Wisconsin standout isn't happy about it.

One of the favorites in the 5,000 meters at the national trials in Eugene, Ore., Solinsky held the lead late in the race but faded down the stretch and was passed by Ian Dobson for the third and final spot with 100 meters left.

Solinsky wound up fifth after also being passed by Bolota Asmerom.