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Damian Warner ends chance for medal following injury

Decathlon champion Warner named Canada’s flag-bearer for Tokyo closing ceremony Decathlon champion Warner named Canada’s flag-bearer for Tokyo closing ceremony
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Olympic champion and London native Damian Warner dealt with a heartbreaking moment Saturday.

Warner pulled his hamstring falling to the track during the 400M race Saturday, ending his chance for a medal at the world championships.

Setting the bar high at the world athletics championships in Oregon, Warner led the decathlon after three events.

Holding back tears in a post race interview, Warner shared his disappointment saying this competition was his phone screen saver for years.

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