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Freddie Crittenden's Second Chance Leads to Olympic 110m Hurdles Final

After overcoming injury and utilizing the new repechage rule, Crittenden advances to the finals in Paris.

  • Crittenden jogged through the first round due to an adductor injury, finishing last in his heat.
  • The repechage round, a new feature at this Olympics, gave him a second chance to qualify.
  • He recovered and won his repechage heat, then placed second in the semifinals to reach the final.
  • Crittenden's perseverance has inspired students at Emerson Elementary School in Phoenix.
  • He recently signed a professional contract with Adidas after years of being unsponsored.
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