Marathon - what a shame

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Aug 24, 08 12:01

Post #1 of 31 (6967 views)

That guy really showed no respect to his fellow competitors. Not at all!
He had his arms raised before even entering the Nest.
And he showed no respect for the fans. He kicked 200m from the finish for a 2h06.32 which is an olympic record, but had he kicked 1mi from the finish, even though the race was in the bag, he would have shattered the record, and probably gone under 2.06.
Such a lack of respect is sad for the Olympics. Really.

Re: Marathon - what a shame [Francois] [ In reply to ]

Aug 24, 08 12:05

Post #2 of 31 (6951 views)

Nice try!
Trying to stir up some controversy... kinda like the discussion/argument about Wellington not going for the record?

Dude was flying and probably the only one who did not fade due to warmer than optimal conditions during a marathon.

ERIK

"Spectacular achievements are always preceded by spectacular preparation."

Re: Marathon - what a shame [Francois] [ In reply to ]

Aug 24, 08 12:07

Post #3 of 31 (6946 views)

I'm not sure I follow you. How did his actions disrespect anyone?

He raised his hands before getting on the track. I've seen WAY worse.

He broke the record, but didn't break it by enough for you????? Come on.

Re: Marathon - what a shame [Francois] [ In reply to ]

Aug 24, 08 12:08

Post #4 of 31 (6933 views)

Awesome.

Re: Marathon - what a shame [Francois] [ In reply to ]

Aug 24, 08 12:14

Post #5 of 31 (6903 views)

Funny.

But I keep wondering what he would have been capable of if he had been challenged. He was pushing the pace from the gun and still looked strong through the finish.

I was most impressed by the Morrocan. He looked to be done so many times, only to hang tough as all the other cracked.

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Re: Marathon - what a shame [Francois] [ In reply to ]

Aug 24, 08 12:27

Post #6 of 31 (6835 views)

i totally agree with you. you'd think the Japanese would have taught him better than that!

and what's with all that waving to the crowd BS. He should learn from Bekele and kick from 800m out.

Re: Marathon - what a shame [footwerx] [ In reply to ]

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Aug 24, 08 12:28

Post #7 of 31 (6830 views)

you screwed up...it's red...not pink :P

Re: Marathon - what a shame [Francois] [ In reply to ]

Aug 24, 08 12:43

Post #8 of 31 (6773 views)

Let it go, son. Let it go.

;-)

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Re: Marathon - what a shame [parkito] [ In reply to ]

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Aug 24, 08 12:44

Post #9 of 31 (6763 views)

But, but, it was soooo tempting ;-0

Re: Marathon - what a shame [Francois] [ In reply to ]

Aug 24, 08 12:49

Post #10 of 31 (6740 views)

I must have missed the memo announcing that today was Poke Everybody in the Eye with a Stick for Fun Day (PEESFD).

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Re: Marathon - what a shame [eDeRoche] [ In reply to ]

Aug 24, 08 12:57

Post #11 of 31 (6686 views)

Sammy DID fade by a fair bit during the marathon, 2nd half was 2 mins slower than the 1st half, even though the second half was on a slight downhill. Its just that everyone else faded worse.

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Re: Marathon - what a shame [Francois] [ In reply to ]

Aug 24, 08 12:58

Post #12 of 31 (6682 views)

Francois, that's a pretty weak attempt... your heart wasn't really in that one.

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Re: Marathon - what a shame [tricyclist] [ In reply to ]

Aug 24, 08 12:59

Post #13 of 31 (6674 views)

In Reply To:

Funny.

But I keep wondering what he would have been capable of if he had been challenged. He was pushing the pace from the gun and still looked strong through the finish.

I was most impressed by the Morrocan. He looked to be done so many times, only to hang tough as all the other cracked.

I don't think he could of gone much harder, he had trouble walking after the finish. Then again he did get a victory lap in.

Re: Marathon - what a shame [Francois] [ In reply to ]

Aug 24, 08 14:13

Post #14 of 31 (6516 views)

I thought he was in the right. That was a tough race.

Re: Marathon - what a shame [Mdenes] [ In reply to ]

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Aug 24, 08 14:14

Post #15 of 31 (6509 views)

Post to be read in pink...it's a reference to the stupid thread about Bolt having no respect for his competitors and for the fans...
The marathon was awesome.

Re: Marathon - what a shame [Francois] [ In reply to ]

Aug 24, 08 14:36

Post #16 of 31 (6442 views)

He showed no sportsmanship whatsoever! Absolutely offensive.

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Re: Marathon - what a shame [smilford] [ In reply to ]

Aug 24, 08 14:57

Post #17 of 31 (6380 views)

in all seriousness, i think his 2:06 in those conditions might actually be more impressive than Haile's 2:04 in Rome (?).

Re: Marathon - what a shame [Francois] [ In reply to ]

Aug 24, 08 15:00

Post #18 of 31 (6356 views)

Don't you just hate it when they don't get your joke.

;-)

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Re: Marathon - what a shame [Francois] [ In reply to ]

Aug 24, 08 16:22

Post #19 of 31 (6212 views)

Holy shit, are you 13? Childish post.

Re: Marathon - what a shame [Francois] [ In reply to ]

Aug 24, 08 16:30

Post #20 of 31 (6189 views)

Seriously buddy....what a joke.

Re: Marathon - what a shame [parkito] [ In reply to ]

Aug 24, 08 16:36

Post #21 of 31 (6163 views)

LOL. There are even people posting AFTER he explained the funny saying it is a troll post. 10/10 for the stupid people in this world. I'm pretty sure he trains on power cranks too.

Re: Marathon - what a shame [saltman] [ In reply to ]

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Aug 24, 08 21:54

Post #22 of 31 (5877 views)

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Holy shit, are you 13? Childish post.

You are right. My apologies. The fuc..er should have kicked in at the half way mark and go for a 2.04.00. What a loser. Really no respect!

Re: Marathon - what a shame [tricyclist] [ In reply to ]

Aug 24, 08 22:05

Post #23 of 31 (5855 views)

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Funny.

But I keep wondering what he would have been capable of if he had been challenged.

If he would have challenged he would competing in the Paraolympics in 2 weeks. Plus wheelchair athletes are much faster, aren't they?

Re: Marathon - what a shame [Francois] [ In reply to ]

Aug 25, 08 5:25

Post #24 of 31 (5634 views)

Mostly, I'm pissed that he showed no respect for the temperature and humidity. ;)

Re: Marathon - what a shame [dave_w] [ In reply to ]

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Aug 25, 08 5:27

Post #25 of 31 (5073 views)

Or for the commentators! They told him it was suicide to start at that pace, but he didn't listen! He should be banned from the Olympics and stripped of his medal.

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