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Old 24-04-2016, 15:51
Gavitar
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... I don't see them taking Purdue - having set a higher standard compared to the IAAF British athletics aren't going to go back on it even though she's young & made a promising debut.
It would be short-sighted if they didn't take her, I think. She's got maybe another 10 years or more ahead of her. The two who will definitely be going will both be 37yo in Rio. They deserve to be there but it's time to look to the future as well ...

However, I fear you will be proved right - we all know that British Athletics aren't known for their long-term vision and are sticklers for their selection rules.
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Old 24-04-2016, 16:33
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Could be another death.

http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage...nish-line.html
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Old 24-04-2016, 16:56
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It would be short-sighted if they didn't take her, I think. She's got maybe another 10 years or more ahead of her. The two who will definitely be going will both be 37yo in Rio. They deserve to be there but it's time to look to the future as well ...

However, I fear you will be proved right - we all know that British Athletics aren't known for their long-term vision and are sticklers for their selection rules.
Rules is rules
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Old 24-04-2016, 18:42
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Much respect to the lady who was doing her 130th marathon today. I think I saw another two ladies who had done over 100 earlier too. Amazing.
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Old 25-04-2016, 12:41
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Death confirmed

http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage...nish-line.html

RIP David Seath.

Condolences to all family and friends.
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Old 25-04-2016, 16:48
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Are the save the rhino guys running again this year?
I saw at least 4, one of which described herself as a grey rhino on her 'hide'. Total respect for their madness.

Very sad news about David Seath.
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Old 10-05-2016, 20:39
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On a more positive note, congrats to Shannon Foudy on being the millionth entrant to finish the London Marathon.
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