Bagpuss, thanks ever so much for defending MJ Perec. . . I can't help but wonder what kind of pressure she'd been under from the Fédération Française d'Athletisme as well. The various powers-that-be controlling what goes on as far as sports are concerned here in France aren't always easy for the athletes to get along with. My sincere congratulations to Cathy Freeman for her gold medal; she was truly magnificent!

cheers,

Auxiris