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Originally Posted by danielf
As I said above, Athletes from the Antilles can compete for The Netherlands, like the chap who finished sixth in the final of the 100 meters, so they do have a choice. But I'll admit, it's a strange case.
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I'm a little surprised why athletes would represent corporations. I'm not suggesting that athletes shouldn't represent their countries. I'm just saying that they are there for themselves first and foremost, and the public don't have a right to tell them how they should behave based on their own perception of 'The Olympic Spirit'.
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Well if they aren't to be supported by their country then they have to have some sort of support system and I'm suggesting that the big corporations may well step in..Sports is a expensive job these days in terms of equipment,travel,clothing,venues and trainers/coaches.Not all the bodies that control the differing sports will be able to fund everyone.
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Another GB gold in the Equestrian..
