Written by Chris G1VDP
The Olympic Games ended last weekend with them being declared a success, and we have to agree here at S.H.A.R.K. Not only were they entertaining but they also showcased some sports that would not usually be seen on television or watched by people other than the ones who actively take part in them.
Team GB ended the games with 65 medals in total and some new heros and role models for the younger generation to look up to. These are people from normal walks of life who have been training over numerous years for that one day in their life to take part in a race or 
other competition that may only take seconds to complete. Some countries only had a small number of athletes, and we have to thank the government of Saudi Arabia for allowing women to take part in the games for the first time – fantastic forward thinking from the Saudi regime.
There were many other countries who’s athletes can hold their heads high as they are amongst the elite of people taking part in the Olympic games, some overcoming many adverse conditions and hardships from 
their background, overcoming poverty, and disabilities – although the main Paralympic Games don’t start for another 2 weeks – there was the South African runner who has overcome all predjudices and his loss of his legs to run at the games. Congratulations to all the medal winners, not just the Team GB, but all the others from all the nations.
Read the full report from Chris on the SHARK (StrumbleHead Amateur Radio Klub) website by clicking here.
Thanks Chris!
