Short article, but good. It's one of those things those of us in the US and those handful of hyper-dominant nations can't comprehend: what it must be like to really rally behind your Olympic heroes, and the pride that comes with it.
We in the US are so jaded, we need a guy to win 8 friggin' Gold medals in one Olympics to even really pay attention; but no American will know what it's like to watch with your countrymen in a crowded room as Usain Bolt races for a world record Gold in the 100M, the first time your country has ever had a 100M Gold. Truth is, that's more what the Olympics is about: a peaceful way for people to gain national pride and compete, without bloodshed or extremism.
Talk about missing the story... Did this guy even watch the event?
This competition was one of THE moments of the games for me. Matthias Steiner of Germany won the gold with a clean and jerk 10 kilos heavier than his personal best. Still grieving after the recent death of his wife. Steiner post lift celebrations was one of the rawest displays of emotion you will ever see. He later posed with the gold medal along with a picture of his deceased wife.
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www.timesonline.co.uk
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www.theage.com.au
I recommend you go to your country's official Olympic site and take a look at the highlights.
