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Dozens of Tri-State athletes competing in 2024 Paris Olympics
By Renee Anderson,
3 hours ago
NEW YORK -- New York, New Jersey and Connecticut will be well represented at the 2024 Paris Olympics, with dozens of local athletes competing across several categories.
"An Olympian is something that's stuck to your name for life, and that's history right there," he said. "So being able to say that I'm an Olympian, it's wonderful."
He lost his father to COVID in 2020, but his dad continues to be an inspiration.
"He was my number one supporter," he said. "Every time I won a meet, he was the first person I gave my medals to. It's bittersweet knowing that someone you really love isn't here to see you succeed like this, but that gives you the push and the drive to just keep going."
You can watch Mane compete in the qualifying round on Aug. 7.
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