Everyone loves the Olympics. Even the harshest critics among us can find a feel good human story once in a while. As we all experience the Olympics I’ll attempt to share a favourite moment.
“The place for a monkey is in a cage. You are not an Olympian.” That was one of the text messages gold medallist Rafaela Silva received four years ago after being disqualified in the early stages of the London 2012 Olympics for an irregular manoeuvre. BBC
Rafaela Silva’s gold takes its place as the #StepUpStandTall moment of the day.@canadiantire https://t.co/PEYMIQovar https://t.co/i78cmFh5a1
— CBC Olympics (@CBCOlympics) August 10, 2016