Gold medallist Natalie Coughlin (C) of the U.S. wipes away tears as she stands with silver medallist Kirsty Coventry (L) of Zimbabwe and bronze medallist Margaret Hoelzer (R) of the U.S. during the medal ceremony for the women’s 100 meters backstroke swimming final during the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games August 12, 2008. REUTERS/David Gray
Gary Hershorn writes: Emotions run high at the Olympics so it is always nice to see an athlete let loose and cry upon winning or receiving their gold medal. U.S. swimmer Natalie Coughlin cried on the victory podium and then again on the pool deck as she stood in front of photographers completely unable to contain her emotions. This never fails to produce a strong emotional photo.
Gary Hershorn is news Editor, Reuters Pictures, America. For a selection of other great Reuters pix from the Games click here. For the previous day’s chosen picture click here.
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Congratulations! You GO girl!!! I am betting that we are long lost cousins, glad to see you do so well.
- Posted by Joanne CoughlinThanks for representing the USA so well. Joanne
Michael Phelps was crying too only it was coming out as The Hulk instead of tears.
- Posted by NealThank you for winning the 100 meters backstroke.I am 9 years old and I am learning to swim now. I hope some day I will learn to swim like you.I am so proud of you.
- Posted by DaQuandraCongratulations The USA is proud of you!!!!!!!
Hi DaQuandra. The best thing about the Olympics is seeing young people inspired by great performances. I hope we see you competing in the Games in 2016.
- Posted by Kevin FylanGreat Achievment!I always wanted to swim.I need an inspiration from a woman like you to start swimming.
Vineeta Vij
- Posted by vineetaGreat Achievement!I always wanted to learn to swim.You are my inspiration to start swimming.
Wishing you all the best wishes for more medals.
Vineeta Vij(India_
- Posted by vineetaReally Great, US Rocks & Hey Vineeta Vij, I appreciate your passion to become Swimmer.
Just Keep Walking……
- Posted by Kuldeep SharmaReally Great, US Rocks & Hey Vineeta Vij, I appreciate your passion to become swimmer. You may also be there.
Just Keep Walking….
- Posted by Kuldeep Sharmai fell like joining in the olympics cause i like it its are lot of fun i wish i could join the olympics when i grow up
- Posted by cynthiaHi my name is cynthia i go to school at GI primary i like my teacher because she is good to me sometimes and US rocks
- Posted by cynthiaplease sent photo olampic
- Posted by hamidKirsty Coventry you rock keep it up
- Posted by Robert Mututipls how can i get lif matches of olympic 2008 on internet
- Posted by HAMMEDi need live olympic games
- Posted by HAMMEDCongratulations Kirsty!! we’re proud of you! hope to see you again on the medal podium soon!
- Posted by Enison Muzarakuzathat was so pretty Coughlin, keep de fire burning!
- Posted by shadiTruley a sportswomen. It is amazing to see emotions about achieving in a sport. That is very bold and courageous.
- Posted by MelissaI think it’s a very honest photo. It’s refreshing to see something so real, and as I said before I hope it proves inspirational for a lot of people.
- Posted by Kevin Fylan