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Old 02-24-2010, 04:34 PM   #32
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"Hey what about me, 40 & beating people half my age, 9-0 bitches"

Kidding, Clara Hughes has had a spectacular career.
Honestly though that is what really impresses me is that she has won these medals in sports that are very demanding physically.

A game like Curling is a bit like golf where there is a lot of strategy, and the mental aspect is arguably as important as any of the physical demands, hence why older athletes can still perform at an elite level.

Although I think Hughes is as tough mentally as they get and that probably helps her overcome some of the physical advantages younger athletes may have.

Needless to say I'm impressed, and I felt she was a great choice to carry the flag in the opening ceremonies, and today I hold her in even higher regard.
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