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Old 02-25-2010, 06:04 AM   #1
transplant99
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Default Dutch 4 man bobsled quits Oly's for fear of the track..

Holy smokes iswhat an odd decision, especially when they have been down the track before. I mean...why even show up in Vancouver if you were just going to quit?

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“For me, it’s not about performing, it’s about surviving,” said Dutch pilot Edwin Van Calker. “Last year we had two brakemen in the hospital (after crashing on the track.)

“Some say it is a brave decision, some say scared. I have to look after my boys and can’t close my eyes to that.”

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I’ve never seen someone get to a major event and not compete because they’re scared,” Netherlands coach Tom de La Hunty said. “You keep your inner fears to yourself and do it.

“In my view, he still could have driven the track and overcome his fear to do it.”


http://www.calgarysun.com/sports/van...15096-qmi.html
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