X Games delivers the X factor

It's a celebration of death-defying stunts, as the X Gamers put their lives on the line to see if they can emerge with a gold medal. It's hardcore heaven...

Photo by AP Images Jul 4, 2012

X Games delivers the X factor

The X Games delivers the thrills and spills of action sports and it's more exciting than the Olympics. Check out the best shots from the festival of amazing stunts and crashes.

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