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Eric 'The Eel' Moussambani 😍 Inspiring!
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We showed Jake Jarman some throwback #gymnastics photos... and his reaction was everything. 🥹
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26 years ago at Sydney 2000, when two of his competitors false started, Eric was left to face the race alone. Not used to a 50m pool, he embodied true Olympic spirit, courage and determination to finish the race in an incredible atmosphere, winning the hearts of millions across the world. 🫶
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