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Peak Performance Olympic Awards

Sam Bordiss — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 16:38:50 +0100

The 2008 Beijing Olympics closed out in predictably beautiful style. It’ll be a long time before we forget some of the fantastic performances produced in Beijing.

Men's Marathon Fitting End To The 2008 Beijing Olympics

Sam Bordiss — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 15:05:02 +0100

Before the closing ceremony, during which the Chinese piled the pressure on London with another spectacular fireworks display, all eyes were on the men's marathon

Bryan Clay dominates men’s decathlon

Sam Bordiss — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 16:28:46 +0100

In two days the decathletes participate in ten events to determine ‘superman’ status. Who can run the quickest, throw the furthest and jump the highest?

Women’s marathon: Constantina Tomescu shows strength

Sam Bordiss — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 14:31:14 +0100

The women’s marathon this morning was full of drama and despair, strength and success.

Paula Radcliffe Ready To Run

Sam Bordiss — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 16:42:08 +0100

Paula Radcliffe has officially announced that she is going to run in this Sunday’s marathon. This is fantastic news but raises a few interesting points.

Long Distance Predictions

matt.renton — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 12:33:13 +0100

With the stifling heat and questions still surrounding the pollution issues in Beijing, the athletes competing in the long distance events will need to draw on every ounce of their endurance traini

Paula Radcliffe - Women's Olympic Marathon

matt.renton — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 13:02:11 +0100

Olympic Chances: Despite her age and record at previous Olympic Games, Paula Radcliffe is still a strong contender for a gold medal in Beijing. A stress fracture in her left thigh had seriously jeopardised her chances of competing at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, let alone challenging for gold. However Radcliffe has since declared her intention to race and assured fans that she will be fit to compete in the marathon. The women’s marathon does not begin until August 17, 2008 and Olympic rules state that Radcliffe is allowed until the eve of the race to make a decision on her fitness, giving her extra time if she needs it.