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Pistorius makes it to semifinals of Olympic 400

Oscar Pistorius of South Africa became the first amputee to compete on the track at an Olympics, finishing second in his 400-meter heat Saturday to advance to the next round.

 

Oscar Pistorius Fails to Meet Qualifying Time for Olympics

The South African was hoping to become the first amputee runner to compete in the Olympics, which could still happen if he is selected for his nation’s 4x400 relay team.

 

Double-amputee sprinter reaches world 400 semis

Double-amputee sprinter reaches world 400 semis

The double-amputee sprinter known as the "Blade Runner" is steadily stealing Usain Bolt's stage at the world championships....

 

Army amputee thrown from NY roller coaster, dies

Army amputee thrown from NY roller coaster, dies

An investigation is under way into a roller coaster accident in upstate New York that killed a U.S. Army veteran who had been trying to rebuild his life after losing both legs in Iraq....

 

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