Cynical Nation

Iranians lose a medal because they don't want to touch an Israeli. Can you believe that? You train and train every day of your life for four years, and then just give up, because you're picked to compete against an Israeli? And it's judo, for the love of God! How often will this guy get such a golden opportunity to beat up on a Jew with no consequences? He must have been afraid he'd lose. Disgusting, whatever the reason.

One of Iran's best hopes for an Olympic medal will not be taking part in the Games after he refused to compete against an Israeli athlete.