Saturday, 7 July 2012

Oscar Pistorius Reaches Olympics: Double Amputee 'Blade Runner' To Run Relay, Individual Event

Never count out Oscar Pistorius.

The Blade Runner will be competing in the London Olympics after all, in his favorite event, the 400 meters.

While his selection for the 4x400 relay team was expected, it was a surprise last-minute turnaround by South African sports officials Wednesday that gave Pistorius the chance to run in the 400.

With the decision, the 25-year-old will become the first amputee track athlete to compete at any games.

Read more at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/07/04/oscar-pistorius-london-olympics-double-amputee-400_n_1648842.html

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