Delhi Games hit by a series of pull-outs
Last updated on: September 24, 2010 10:05 IST
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The Delhi Commonwealth Games have been hit by a series of pullouts by high-profile athletes, taking much of the shine off next month's multi-sport gathering which is already besieged by a raft of other problems.
Following is a list of the biggest-name athletes who will miss the October 3-14 Games for reasons ranging from injury to security.
Photographs: Reuters
Usain Bolt
Last updated on: September 24, 2010 10:05 IST
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The Jamaican triple Olympic champion sprinter pulled out because the event is taking place too late in the year.
Image: Usain Bolt
Shelly-Ann Fraser
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Like Bolt, the Olympic 100 metres champion also had problems with the timing of the Delhi Games. She subsequently tested positive for a prohibited substance that earned her a provisional ban.
Image: Shelly-Ann Fraser
David Rudisha
Last updated on: September 24, 2010 10:05 IST
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The Kenyan 800 metres world record holder said he is tired and feels competing in Delhi would affects his performance in next year's world championships in South Korea.
Image: David Rudisha
Samantha Stosur
Last updated on: September 24, 2010 10:05 IST
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The Australian tennis player is skipping the Commonwealth Games because it coincides with tour events.
Image: Samantha Stosur
Asbel Kiprop
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Kenya's Olympic 1,500 metres champion has suffered an Achilles injury, Kenyan officials said.
Image: Asbel Kiprop
Dani Samuels
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Australia's discus world champion has pulled out due to security and health concerns.
Image: Dani Samuels
Christine Ohuruogu
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The Olympic 400 metres gold medallist from England suffered cramps and said she does not want to aggravate the injury.
Image: Christine Ohuruogu
Phillips Idowu
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England's world triple jump champion has security concerns.
Image: Phillips Idowu
Chris Hoy
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The quadruple Olympic gold medallist cyclist pulled out because the Games clash with the European championships, which carry qualification points for the 2012 London Olympics.
Image: Chris Hoy
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