Yao, China Wind Up 8th Again

From News Services and Staff Reports Thursday, August 21, 2008; Page E10 today for showing a lack of respect to other competitors after his record-breaking gold medal performances in the 100 and 200 meters. "That's not the way we perceive being a champion," Rogge said in Beijing. The IOC chief hailed Bolt's stunning achievements in the two sprints, comparing him to American great Jesse Owens, but said Bolt should have cut out his flaunting and acknowledged the other athletes. "I have no problem with him doing a show," Rogge said in an interview with three international news agency reporters. "I think he should show more respect for his competitors and shake hands, give a tap on the shoulder to the other ones immediately after the finish and not make gestures like the one he made in the 100 meters." Having built a huge lead in... [read full story]