Beijing, China September 12, 2008: Day six of athletic competition at the 2008 Paralympic Games with Oscar Pistorius of South Africa competing in the T44 men's 200-meter semi-final. Known as the "Blade Runner" for his blazing speed, Pistorius petitioned the IOC to compete in the regular Olympics as a sprinter but failed to qualify. ©Bob Daemmrich

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