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On Natalie du Toit

Submitted by Dusty Muffin on August 21, 2008 - 14:04
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Natalie came 16th out of 24 swimmers in the 10km swim at the Olympics yesterday. Only 1 minute 22.2 seconds behind the winner.

Imagine being the person responsible for knocking Natalie off her scooter in 2001. The accident itself is dreadful enough; but imagine having it rubbed in every day: in the newspapers, on the radio and television.

As far as I’m aware, the name of the driver of the vehicle has not been disclosed. I’m sure it would be quite easy to find out; but for once, the media have shown some respect.

Let’s hope it stays that way.

Comments

Natalie rocks

Submitted by Dolce on August 29, 2008 - 17:15.

hear her on the radio this morning talking about how her sponsors pulled through and got her a hotel room to stay during the weeks between the Olympics and paraolympics...undertone being that clearly the SA olympic committee couldn't care less. I think they've all done fucking well in the absence of any real development and investment.

Dolce

Submitted by Dusty Muffin on September 1, 2008 - 19:21.

NOCSA supplorts very few sports. Most are funded by corporate sponsors and the Lotto.

Bye bye ma chance.

What an awesome feat!

Submitted by Arrthymia on August 21, 2008 - 14:39.

Coming 16th in the world is nothing to sniff at. Coming 16th with one leg - awesome!

Yup Flutts

Submitted by Dusty Muffin on August 22, 2008 - 09:55.

Natalie is a true champion in so many ways. And she has never shown any bitterness or regret. Well, not in public, anyway.