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Exhausting training schedules, injuries and personal adversity – athletes seem to see it all.

But in between the moments where success seems to be too far to reach, stories of incredible achievement and extraordinary skill can be found.

We have selected five of our favourite stories of inspirational athletes who have gone for gold and pushed past their own limitations.

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