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LONDON - Oscar Pistorius apologized Monday for the timing of his complaints about a rivals blades following his defeat in the Paralympic 200-meter final, but insisted that officials need to change the rules to prevent some runners from getting an unfair advantage. Champ Bailey Jersey . The so-called "Blade Runner" was surging to a third straight 200-metre gold Sunday night when he was overtaken close to the finish by Alan Oliveira, who is also a double amputee. Pistorius then criticized Oliveira within minutes of the upset, claiming the Brazilian used longer carbon fiber prosthesis than should be allowed. Paralympic officials insisted Monday that Oliveira did not break the rules and that the blades had been approved, and Pistorius said he should have waited before launching his outburst. "I would never want to detract from another athletes moment of triumph and I want to apologize for the timing of my comments," the South African said in a statement. But the International Paralympic Committee has already agreed to meet with Pistorius to discuss his grievances over the formula used to calculate the acceptable length of blades. "I do believe that there is an issue here and I welcome the opportunity to discuss with the IPC, but I accept that raising these concerns immediately as I stepped off the track was wrong," Pistorius said. "That was Alans moment and I would like to put on record the respect I have for him. "I am a proud Paralympian and believe in the fairness of sport. I am happy to work with the IPC, who obviously share these aims". Pistorius himself spent years fighting to convince the sports authorities that his blades didnt give him an unfair advantage against able-bodied athletes, and that he should be allowed to compete in the Olympics. He finally won his case in 2008 at the Court of Arbitration for Sport and made his Olympic debut a month ago, reaching the 400 semifinals and the 4x400 relay final. The blades that Pistorius uses were approved by athletics governing body for use in able-bodied meets, and he has opted to use the same ones for the Paralympics. Oliveira used visibly longer blades on Sunday to clock 21.45 seconds in front of an 80,000-strong crowd at the Olympic Stadium. "These guys are a lot taller and you cant compete (with the) stride length," Pistorius said after Sundays race. "You saw how far he came back. We arent racing a fair race. I gave it my best. The IPC (International Paralympic Committee) have their regulations. The regulations (allow) that athletes can make themselves unbelievably high. "Weve tried to address the issue with them in the weeks up to this and its just been falling on deaf ears." While Pistorius tried to be more magnanimous later, he still claimed it was "ridiculous" that Oliveira could win after being eight meters adrift at the 100-metre mark. "Hes never run a 21 second-race and I dont think hes a 21-second athlete," Pistorius said. "Ive never lost a 200-metre race in my career." Pistorius had the support of compatriot Arnu Fourie, who finished fourth and questioned Oliveiras lengthened blades "Ask anyone out there — does it look out of proportion?" Fourie said Sunday. "I think 99 per cent of people are going to tell you, Yes it does." "If they are within the rules you cant fight the athlete, so youre going to have to fight the formula and fight the rule if were going to do anything about it." Pistorius will have to take on Oliveira in all of his events at these Paralympics. Next up is the 4x100 relay on Wednesday before Pistorius defends his titles in the 100 on Thursday and 400 on Saturday. Von Miller Womens Jersey . Their starting rotation is one of the NLs best. So far, the defending World Series champion Cardinals dont seem to miss Albert Pujols all that much. Von Miller Youth Jersey . The six-foot-four, 263-pounder had four tackles, one sack and one fumble recovery with the Calgary Stampeders last season. http://www.denverbroncosjerseyonsale.com/peyton-manning-jersey?kids=19 . With 10 teams finishing the regular season north of the 100-point plateau, the playoff field has never been more competitive. Demaryius Thomas Jersey . The win moved the defending champions ahead of Canada atop Group H in round-robin play. Finland, which plays Canada on Friday, joined Sweden and Russia as the only teams undefeated in regulation at the tournament. Peyton Manning Broncos Jersey . -- Tyvon Branch received the long-term deal he wanted and the Oakland Raiders got some financial flexibility in the process. CORTLAND, N.Y. -- Antonio Cromartie thinks hes the second-best wide receiver on the New York Jets behind Santonio Holmes. One problem: Hes a cornerback. Cromarties bold comments predictably didnt sit well with the Jets actual receivers, particularly Chaz Schilens, who thinks his teammate should pipe down. "I think its a slight," Schilens said after practice at training camp Wednesday. "Im not going to lie. I just wouldnt say it. Its not something I would say. Im not him, I guess." Cromartie, who could play some at receiver this season, was asked on "ESPN First Take" on Tuesday where he thinks hed rank on the teams depth chart. He said hed be second to Holmes -- putting him ahead of every other receiver, including Schilens, who signed as a free agent in March. "I heard that," Schilens said. "Ill let him think whatever he wants. I think he thinks that (playing) receiver is a little different than what it actually is. Hes unbelievably talented -- and he plays cornerback. So, I dont know." Coach Rex Ryan heard the comments from Cromartie, too, and wasnt pleased. "Im going to say this right now," Ryan said. "Listen to me when I tell you this: Im aware of what was said, OK? Im on top of it. Im telling you that right now. Im on top of it, and it will not be a problem. And thats all that Im going to say about the whole thing." It was clearly an attempt by Ryan to defuse the first sign of tension in the locker room -- something that derailed the team last season. Meanwhile, Cromartie walked past reporters and told the teams media relations staff that he would talk Thursday. Schilens said he hasnt personally talked to Cromartie about his comments. "Well address it on the football field," he said. "I kind of thought it was a joke, but I guess he said it and thats how he feels, so its my job to I guess fix that situation, so well see what goes on in practice. Hes entitled to think whatever he wants." Rookie wide receiver Stephen Hill, the teams second-round draft pick, wasnt offended -- even if Cromartie thinks he might be better than him at what he does for a living. "Oh, no. I mean, I wouldnt be upset," Hill said. "Im just trying to be Stephen Hill and trying to stay in my place." But that place might actually be the No. 2 spot, contrary to what Cromartie thinks. Hill has been impressive throughout training camp, showing some speed and good hands during the first week. The team is counting on him to make an immediate impact this season. "Right now, I always feel like Im the best receiver on the team," Hill said. "Of course, Santonio is the veteran, but as a wide receiver, you always want to be the best, and thats how I feel." New York has 12 wide receivers in camp -- not counting Laveranues Coles, whos working as an intern with the scouting department -- with a combined 441 career NFL catches. The alarming thing, however, is that Holmes has 338 of them, with Schilens a distant second with 72. Jeremy Kerley (29) and Patrick Turner (10) are the only other players with at least one NFL catch, leaving the other eight combining for zero. Add the inexperience with the injuries, and Mark Sanchez and the rrest of the quarterbacks dont have many guys to throw to at the position. Peyton Manning Jersey. "I think were all right," Schilens said. "I think a few guys are a little nicked up here and there. Once everyone gets back, I think well be fine. I think we have a lot to learn, but I mean, we have enough experience in enough areas and we know what were doing with the guys that are out there. "Im not that worried about it, to be honest." Offensive co-ordinator Tony Sparano preferred to not get into much of what Cromartie said, but seemed to like the cornerbacks moxie. "Ive said this before: Im just pleased that Cro feels like he can help," Sparano said. "Ive got to go against the guy and I know his ball skills. I know he can run and those things. Hes a pretty confident player and hes got some swagger. Players with swagger, well put them out there in the huddle, if necessary." And, in the Jets case, of course, it might be. New York finished with just four healthy players -- Hill, Turner, Dexter Jackson and Raymond Webber -- at the position Wednesday. Ryan is disappointed that many of the receivers came into camp not in tip-top shape, which has led to several "soft-tissue injuries." Even Holmes was held out of 2-minute drills near the end of practice because he, too, had a "soft-tissue injury. But Ryan later said -- through a team spokesman -- that his comments about the wide receiver group didnt apply to Holmes. Schilens (groin) and Kerley (knee) are among the walking wounded. "Part of it is tempo, but part of it is the responsibility of the guys," Ryan said. "You have to be in shape. You have to take care of your bodies. Thats frustrating." With the rash of hamstring and groin tweaks during the first week of camp, Ryan has even adjusted the start time of practice by giving the players an extra 10 minutes of stretching to try to prevent further injuries. But, if this keeps up, Cromartie actually might have to step in and work a bit more on offence. So far, he has been in on one play at wide receiver: a go-route a few days ago. Still, Schilens thinks Cromartie might not totally understand what it takes to play the position in the NFL. "Everyone knows that Cro is unbelievably athletically gifted, very fast," he said. "Hes a great athlete, but Ive played with a lot of fast receivers. Playing receiver is more about just being fast. Ill leave it at that." NOTES: NT Sione Pouha left early in practice with a "nick" over his left eye that required "five or six stitches." He said he should be fine to practice Thursday. "I think Ill have to review my modeling career now because of the cosmetics, so well see what happens," Pouha said, a big white bandage covering the cut. ... RB-KR Joe McKnight sat out practice after needing intravenous fluids following a bout with food poisoning. ... OL Vladimir Ducasse, competing with Matt Slauson for the starting job at LG, injured his left knee when a teammate fell on him and left practice, but said hes fine. ... Rookie S Antonio Allen, a seventh-round pick, has three interceptions in camp, including one on a deep pass into the end zone thrown by Tim Tebow on Wednesday. ' ' ' |
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