RAJ: GOOD LUCK IN BEIJING!
It was announced today that our good friend, Raj, will get the opportunity to compete in Beijing. This development comes after news that Paul Hamm chose to withdraw from the Olympic team due to injury. While it is never positive to lose an athlete, I think Paul made a good decision for Team USA, and am happy knowing that Raj will get the opportunity to represent our country in his first Olympic games. GOOD LUCK RAJ!
“This is a tremendous honor and the first feeling that comes to mind is that dreams can come true,” said Bhavsar, 27, who was an alternate on the 2004 Olympic Team.
“You never know when it will happen, but with enough positive intention and belief, it can. I am ready, willing and able to take on this great opportunity.
Unfortunately, this comes at the expense of a great athlete, Paul Hamm. My heart goes out to him. He did an admirable thing, and he will always be a hero in my eyes.
I also want to recognize the other two alternates, who are an important part of the soul and spirit of this team.”
If you would like to post well wishes for Raj, please comment to this post by clicking the "comments" link below. We'll make sure he gets your messages!
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posted by Dominique Moceanu | 7/28/2008 08:16:00 PM
11 Comments:
My heart broke for you when you didn't make the team. I'm sorry for Paul, but I am so thrilled that you are the one chosen to go to China. No matter what happens, have fun and enjoy the experience. We will all be rooting for you!!
Raj, I am so proud of you for the positive role model you are to your fans. Your light reaches far beyond gymnastics. You make your dreams come true every day and for that you are my inspiration. Have fun in Beijing, we will be cheering you on.
Raj, I'm thrilled that this amazing opportunity has come your way. Your determination & resolve are second to none. You being named to the team reminds me to NEVER give up on my dreams......GO USA!
Raj,
I am SO excited that you have been named to the team. Your dedication & resolve are second to none. Thank you for reminding me to NEVER give up on my dreams :-)
GO USA
I was so pleased to see that you made the team. I followed your story during the Olympic Trials and was shocked when you weren't named, after almost clinching a spot! I wondered how you were doing after the decision was made. I guess this is proof that your positive thinking has paid off! Congratulations and good luck! Katie in Iowa
I cannot express how happy I am that Raj will compete in China. It is sad to see another athlete have to withdraw from the team, but Raj is definitely a deserving team member!!!!! After reading everything Raj has done to change his life, including starting to practice Bikram yoga (the style of yoga that I teach) I am so proud of everything he has done. I look foward to seeing him compete! GO USA
Raj,
I am so excited for your chance to compete in Beijing! At the end of the day, you can look back and know that your mature and composed tact throughout the entire situation was well worth it in the end, and be proud of how you've made your dreams come true! Congratulations Olympian!
~Mocfan
Congratulations Raj! I'm so excited that you will get to compete in Beijing! Cheering for you and the whole team!
Congrats Raj! I am so glad your extraordinary talents will be utilized in Beijing. You are a true asset to team USA. Congrats on a dream come true!
Raj
I am soooo happy for you!!! I am a former lvl 10 gymnast and my boyfiend (who is a non gymnast) came to Philly for trials. We were both heartbroken when you were named an alternate (we both felt you had assured your place on the team with such consistent great performances)....We
actually wanted to write you to tell you to keep your head up and that the universe works in mysterious ways.....when we found out you made it today, we were so happy for you.
good luck in bejing and enjoy your olympic experience!!!
thanks for posting this Dom!
Raj,
I am delighted that you have made it! Make the best of it and enjoy yourself!
From Dublin, Ireland,
Elena
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