With The Winter Olympics and The 'inspiring' Paralympics now coming to an end, it's timely to remember England's (very amateur) Ski Jump hero; Eddie Edwards.
Regardless of being someone who came LAST in most of his competitions, he was seen as a 'National Treasure'.
He represented England's attitude towards sport of all sorts. 'It matters not who won or lost, but how one played the game'.
Eddie may never have stood on a podium, but he stood high in everyone's esteem.
There's even now 'The Eddie the Eagle Ruling', which states that competitors in the Olympics must have reached a certain high standard in their chosen sport before being allowed to compete. So, no more Eddies. What a shame.
These days Eddie has returned to his original trade, and is a Plasterer!
Eddie, we salute you!
4 comments:
As long as he put on a good show, did his best, and had fun, he is a hero.
I agree. He was wonderful, and never took himself too seriously.
They made a film about him and it was heartwarming. He was such a character and didn't allow himself to feel defeated. we all love a trier and an under dog.
I'd forgotten about the film, I haven't seen it. His life was the perfect subject for a movie!
Post a Comment