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THE RIO OLYMPICS have been filled with problematic examples of how the best materials aren’t readily available at all times.
Case in point, racing organisers fixed a hole in the track at the Olympic velodrome with some cardboard and duct tape.
After Dutch cyclist Joost van der Burg crashed during Thursday team sprint event, he left a sizeable hole in the track. Pressed for time, organisers covered up the hole with duct tape and cardboard.
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According to The Independent, tactics like these are common when a quick fix is required on wooden cycling tracks.
