Track & Field - Olympic Games - Athens 2004: Tuesday 24 August

Men's 200 metre - heats Result

When we last saw Chris Lambert in action at Crystal Palace he was totally in control, winning in 20.50. We all looked forward to a reduction in his best ever time of 20.34 and progression to the semi-final stage at least. However, a hamstring injury was picked up by Chris a couple of weeks ago and when one saw him grimace when he was only halfway round the turn, one knew that he was in big trouble. Further pain was reflected in his face a few strides later and as the bend ended, Chris slowed to a stop, bitterly disappointed at not being able to perform properly.

Judging by this and other results, and in spite of the glowing words from everyone about the superb medical back-up, something seems to be seriously wrong with the British athletes' final preparations. Maybe it's just sheer bad luck.

Restored from the club's earlier website, belgraveharriers.com, and published here as originally written.