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London 2012 Olympics
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Looks like someone is going to get automatic citizenship if he wants it. 
All joking aside, regardless of what he was showing respect to, that was a very classy thing for Bolt to do.
Good guys deserve success......
All joking aside, regardless of what he was showing respect to, that was a very classy thing for Bolt to do.
Good guys deserve success......
The medal count is just insane right now, and I'm not talking about who's leading, but more about the gap between the China/USA and the rest of the world. The gap between 2nd and 3rd is just staggering. And we are only a little more than half-way thru the medals!
I'm looking forward to the beach volleyball semis. I'm hoping for an All-USA final.
I'm looking forward to the beach volleyball semis. I'm hoping for an All-USA final.
Looks like someone is going to get automatic citizenship if he wants it.
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All joking aside, regardless of what he was showing respect to, that was a very classy thing for Bolt to do.
Good guys deserve success......
videos gone.. what did he do?
A Spanish journalist was interviewing him trackside. He noticed that a national anthem (The US anthem) started to play, so he motioned to the podiums and politely told the reporter to "shhhh". I believe it was for the ceremony for Sanya Richards-Ross' gold medal win.
He stood there in silence for the entire anthem, and when it ended, he continued the interview.
If you considor there's about 5 times more people in the USA than the UK (312m vs 62m) then actually it's staggering how well team GB are doing. Really the gap should be bigger. There may be countries with even larger populations, but obviously they are quite poor, the US and UK are on a par.
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Indeed. If you look at the medals by population or GDP (previous link) you get a much different result. For me the big story of the medal table is how poorly Australia, once a sporting powerhouse, is doing.
A US judoka has tested positive for marijuana and been expelled from the games.
http://msn.foxsports.com/olympics/j...after-positive-drug-test-for-marijuana-080612
http://msn.foxsports.com/olympics/j...after-positive-drug-test-for-marijuana-080612
I raised this very point with an Australian workmate this morning. She wasn't impressed.
I raised this very point with an Australian workmate this morning. She wasn't impressed.
You could try cheering her up by helpfully pointing out that tiny and plucky New Zealand is currently doing a lot better on the medal table than Australia.
After all, Antipodeans are all the best of mates... and while I'm sure it's little consolation, it might just put a spring in her step and a smile on her face.
This is an excellent point, I'll be sure to let her know.
However, it might be best to ensure that she doesn't have any sharp or throwable objects nearby when you point this out. Her exclamations of delight may lead to unpredictable expressions of rash exuberance.
I'll see how her compatriots do in the upcoming javelin events to gauge if I'm in any danger. Reckon I should be safe though.
With the weather we have - we tend to get excited if we see an uncovered table leg...
Did anyone watch him in the semifinals last night? Awesome moment, he didn't quality for the finals, but at the end he traded bibs with the guy who won the heat and is favorite for gold. Class acts all around, and this is what the Olympics is all about.
It's ridiculous to say that he shouldn't be able to compete. How could that possibly be an advantage? The guy doesn't have feet! If anything, the other competitors have an advantage because they have feet. I'm glad the IOC didn't do anything stupid and allowed him to compete.
Looking forward to seeing him in the relay later this week.
Given Hull's maritime heritage I might sail there. Or row, I haven't decided yet.
What happens in four years if he gets improved blades and crushes Bolt's sprint record? It's a slippery slope when you allow non-human elements as part of a human during competition. The level playing field is supposed to be just that.
The guy is an inspiration, no doubt. Not questioning his strength or courage. I just think there's a line when it comes to medical enhancements with athletes, just like doping. You can call it ridiculous all you want, but I'd like to hear where you draw the line.
Woo Hoo! We own the velodrome. Ok we actually do own it. But in sporting terms too
With respect to Pistorius I think there is a reason to say he cannot run. It's clear his blades flex and "bounce" adding some mechanical advantage. This is not an advantage available to all competitors.
With respect to Pistorius I think there is a reason to say he cannot run. It's clear his blades flex and "bounce" adding some mechanical advantage. This is not an advantage available to all competitors.
I must admit, team GB have been awesome...Far exceeding expectations, and the venues have all worked well...The coverage however, has not been up to scratch...Not the presenters, more the scoreboard lags etc...But well done Team GB...And a mention for my home Team USA too!
The prestorious question is a tricky one though...He isn't in the same ball-park in terms of times as his fellow competitors, and I wonder why he doesn't compete in the para-games? Would a double amputee be allowed to run those blades though? I doubt it.
The prestorious question is a tricky one though...He isn't in the same ball-park in terms of times as his fellow competitors, and I wonder why he doesn't compete in the para-games? Would a double amputee be allowed to run those blades though? I doubt it.
I disagree. He is an an amazing guy and much respect to him.
But what would have happened if he had won that race? There would have been an outcry. Just because he has no legs and has a disadvantage perhaps in real life, it does not mean he is disadvantaged on the track; he is basically augmented. I think the IOC made a mistake, It's just not fair on other athletes.
I 'think' that in the past Pistorius has made a point of not wanting to be in the paralympics. All to do with competing on equal terms etc. I guess the only way to settle it would be for someone like Bolt to try a pair. (I suspect he's quite happy with having his feet though...)
Interestingly one of the top archers is practically blind and out shoots 'normally' sighted competitors. Was impressive to watch. (Although it's a bit of a shock when learning to shoot a bow your coach tells you to try with your eyes shut. A sort of 'Feel the force Luke...' type of thing. It's very weird when you do it and actually are more accurate.)
Coverage - isn't a lot of the coverage provided by the Olympics broadcaster (Swiss team - I heard)? The BBC are a bit cagey about that.
Interestingly one of the top archers is practically blind and out shoots 'normally' sighted competitors. Was impressive to watch. (Although it's a bit of a shock when learning to shoot a bow your coach tells you to try with your eyes shut. A sort of 'Feel the force Luke...' type of thing. It's very weird when you do it and actually are more accurate.)
Coverage - isn't a lot of the coverage provided by the Olympics broadcaster (Swiss team - I heard)? The BBC are a bit cagey about that.
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