Sunday, August 10, 2008

Japan’s first gold medal

Japan’s first gold medal in the Beijing Olympics was gotten by Masato Uchishiba, judo 66kg category.

He seemed to be in good condition. He was really strong!

Masato Uchishiba holding up his gold medal


He also won the gold medal in the Athens Olympics, but after that, he stayed stagnant for a while. It must have been tough time for him.
One day, his son asked him;
"Why can’t you win although you are a champion?"
This son’s word inspired him. It’s a very impressive story. Unfortunately an announcer told this story repeatedly. Too much.

Uchishiba’s wife and son surrounded by many cameras

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