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London 2012: Oscar Pistorius back in Olympic race after appeal
9th Aug 2012 3:07pm | By Editor
Oscar Pistorius and the South African Olympic team will be allowed to progress in the London 2012 relay.
Double amputee Pistorius, who has been dubbed Blade Runner, was out of the Olympic race earlier today after his team mate crashed out of the second heat relay.
However after an appeal the South African team has been reinstated and granted a place in the 4x400m final.
Pistorius said on Twitter: "Thank you Lord. Emotional rollercoaster."
Here’s what happened to Pistorius and the South African team earlier today.
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