Oly: Radcliffe delays decision on 10,000m

AAP General News (Australia)
08-24-2004
Oly: Radcliffe delays decision on 10,000m

Britain's PAULA RADCLIFFE says she's not yet ready to make a decision on whether or
not she'll run in the Olympic 10,000 metres, after dropping out of yesterday's marathon.

The pre-race favourite dramatically quit the 42-kilometre race after 36 kilometres.

At a news conference, the tearful Briton -- who had broken the world record twice in
her previous three marathons -- has said she could offer no explanation for her disappointing
performance.

The 30-year-old said the conditions had been tough for all the athletes.

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KEYWORD: OLY ATH RADCLIFFE (ATHENS)

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