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Olympic champion "heartbroken" by viral video of medal ceremony in Dublin

Sep 25, 2023 13:02
By radiokerrysport
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Olympic champion "heartbroken" by viral video of medal ceremony in Dublin

Four-time Olympic champion Simone Biles says she is "heartbroken" by a viral video of a black girl being passed over for a medal at a ceremony in Dublin.

The incident occurred in March 2022, but the video re-emerged in recent days and has been watched by millions on social media - drawing widespread criticism.

Gymnastics Ireland only posted a statement on its website this morning apologising for the incident.

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The governing body has pledged to engage with the gymnast's family and Sport Against Racism Ireland.

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