Olympic Swimmer Gary Hall Jr. Awarded Replica Medals After Losing Originals in Fire
Olympic swimmer Gary Hall Jr. lost his original Olympic medals in a fire but was awarded 10 replica medals at the IOC headquarters to replace them. He expressed gratitude for the support he received during the difficult time.
Key Points
- Gary Hall Jr. lost his original Olympic medals in a fire at his home.
- He received a new set of five gold medals, three silvers, and two bronze medals at the IOC headquarters.
- Hall won multiple Olympic medals in the 1996 Atlanta, 2000 Sydney, and 2004 Athens Games.
Pros
- Gary Hall Jr. was awarded 10 replica Olympic medals to replace the ones he lost in a fire.
- IOC president Thomas Bach expressed support and sympathy for Hall's situation.
- Hall expressed gratitude for the support he received from friends, family, and the Olympic community.