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1980
The start of the controversial re-run of the 100m Class C final at the 1980 summer Paralympics in Arnhem. Australian Joe Egan (3rd from right) controversially threw his starting blocks onto the track to disrupt the original running of the final when he was prevented from running after he had not been told he was in the race. After the race was run, Egan's protest was upheld and the race was re-run. Egan won the bronze medal. Also in the race was New Zealander John Eden (second from right), who would subsequently move to Australia in 1982 and compete for Australia at 4 Games. Image courtesy of Paul Bird from his personal collection.

But there was controversy nevertheless

But there was controversy nevertheless
1992

Always keep your leg close – John Eden stretches between throws

Always keep your leg close – John Eden stretches between throws

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