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Michelle Jenneke Runs Olympic Hurdles with Ruptured Hamstring

The Australian hurdler showed remarkable grit by competing despite a severe injury during the Paris 2024 Olympics.

  • Jenneke fell during the 100m hurdles heat, rupturing her hamstring but finished the race.
  • She competed in the repechage the next day, clocking 13.86 seconds despite the injury.
  • Jenneke wanted to demonstrate her determination to herself and her country.
  • The athlete expressed pride in completing her Olympic campaign against the odds.
  • Jenneke is a two-time Olympian, known for her viral pre-race warm-up routine.
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