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Amazing comeback for silver medallists

Source: 7.30 Report
Published: Wednesday, August 20, 2008 3:06 AEST
Expires: Tuesday, November 18, 2008 3:06 AEST

Outstanding feats by Australian women at the Olympics have brought much relief to two sports under intense scrutiny. Anna Meares broke cycling's medal drought after making a courageous comeback from serious injuries sustained in a cycling accident. And hurdler, Sally McLellan scored a silver sparking celebrations.

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