And, it was the 24 year-old Romanian gymnast woman that got bumped, not a Russian. I cold not quite tell, but I think there were some daggers in those eyes.
Plus, it’s the Olympics, not a recreational race. If a competitor has to pee while riding in order to win a medal, then he/she will let go a #1 without a thought. I have heard this happens all the time in the marathon. A few have even known to let go a #2.
Hi, I don’t think this has been answered yet in this thread. In that scenario, most likely English, unless the Egyptian ref just happens to speak either German or Polish (or the players can speak Arabic). I think FIFA requires referees for international games to be proficient in English only (can’t find a cite, sorry). Most Germans aged between 18 and 35 can speak English, and almost all will have a basic understanding. In Poland, English is probably less widespread but in that age group, and given that these guys are often professionals playing outside Poland, I think most of the Polish team will have enough English to get by.
In reality, most instructions from the referee during a game can be effectively transmitted using signals and a few basic words. The rules of football are pretty simple. There’s very little in-depth discussion required, and if there is, there will likely be at least one person out of eleven who speaks enough English to understand and pass the message on to his/her teammates.
Interesting. I suppose I could go look to see if they prerated other events, but I won’t bother.
And thanks for the shorthand. That explains why Aly’s coach was able to write down her routine so quickly on the form. He got the form, wandered over with a pen, scritch-scratched for a few seconds, and was handing the form in.
Oops, I knew that, but misstated. My brain filled in the wrong word against my wishes. 
Interesting. How did you find that out?
You are correct. :smack: Yes, it was the Romanian who got beat out on the bronze.