In the 800 meters, American Alysia Montano should be able to challenge for the gold.

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Another U.S. Olympian, Alysia Montano, also broke an American indoor record, winning the women's 600 in 1:23.59.

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American Alysia Johnson Montano finished fifth, failing in her bid to try to become the third U.S. woman to medal in the event.

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"Down that backstretch I think I was the most determined person out there, " said Cain, who battled fellow American Alysia Montano to the finish.

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