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Originally Posted by Edward64
I can't imagine the physical and mental strain. Wish her the best.
Regarding below "her fellow athletes rushed to her aid", would/should a competitor, chasing her, stop and render aid and possibly give up their chance to medal? I imagine there were plenty of officials & non-competitors around to help but wonder if any competitors have faced this question before in other situations.
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I think in this case, she had collapsed immediately after having crossed the finish line.
[edited to clarify] They rushed to her aid when she collapsed at the finish line. I don't know whether she fell previously while on the course.