Did you hear the one about the priest and the athlete?

Seriously, it sounds like it should be a joke. Sadly it was not. Even though these athletes train for years, getting ready with every ounce of spirit and flesh they have, some joker can get drunk, rush the route, and take away an athlete's dreams.

Oh well - it appears the olympic committee will award a medal for sportsmanship to de Lima for his courage in completing the race. I hope he finds comfort in that. :-)