Kitajima victorious in comeback in Tokyo

TOKYO, Japan - Two-time double Olympic breaststroke champion Kosuke Kitajima smiles after competing in the 100 meters breaststroke final at a time trials meet in Tokyo on Nov. 20, 2009. Kitajima marked his return to domestic competition with victory in 1 minute, 01.91 seconds.

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