Eddie Edwards competed in the 1988 Olympics as a ski jumper from Great Britain. In spite of his popularity, Eddie’s last place performance on both hills resulted in the IOC implementing what is known as the “Eddie the Eagle rule.” What does this rule mean for Olympic hopefuls?
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ooooh! I learned this at Canada Olympic Park in Calgary (hmmm…will they change their name now that there is a second one?) – anyway, competitors have to participate in international events and place in the top 30% or top 50 competitors in order to participate in Olympic events. Totally a whack rule, otherwise I would so kick it at curling!
Well done, Melissa!!! Eternal glory is yours! It is a whack rule. There will never be another Eddie.