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May 11, 2004

Laureus World Sports Awards

Laureus World Sportsperson of the Year with a Disability:
Earl Connor displays his trophy.

Connor, a leg amputee sprinter, set world records in three events last year -- the 100 metres (12.14 seconds), 200 metres (26.40), and 400 metres (1:07.32).

The other nominees for the award were:
Natalie Du Toit - Swimming
Vitalis Lanshima - Athletics
Ronny Persson - Alpine Skiing
Michael Teuber - Cycling
Nicola Tustain - Equestrian

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