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Mayor congratulates golden girl
Christine
19/07/2008
Mayor of Newham Sir Robin Wales
today offered warm congratulations to Stratford athlete Christine
Ohuruogu following her 400 metres gold medal winning performance at
the Beijing Olympic Games.
Sir Robin said: "This is a proud day for her, her family
and friends and for the whole of Newham. It was a very exciting
race and tremendous to see her triumph right at the end.
"It adds a new dimension to big sporting events when you know that
someone from Newham is competing. We are aIl delighted by her
victory. Christine is an exciting talent and we send her our
warmest congratulations."
Christine won the race in a time of 49.62 seconds. She was a firm
supporter of the bid to bring the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games
to East London.
Sir Robin added: "This year's Olympics is one of the most exciting
that we have ever witnessed in terms of medals for the British
team.
"Christine's performance is something that should inspire all of
us. We hope many young people are encouraged by her success and
will aspire to become successful Olympians and Paralympians of the
future." |
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