28-year-old World decathlon champ Pierce LePage withdraws from Paris Olympics due to worsened herniated disc; Damian Warner to represent Canada.

28-year-old World decathlon champ Pierce LePage won't compete in the Paris Olympics due to a herniated disc sustained in April. Despite initial hopes of recovery, his condition worsened, leading to an Instagram announcement. Damian Warner, reigning Olympic champ, will represent Canada in the decathlon event. LePage plans to undergo surgery and focus on defending his world title in Tokyo next year.

July 17, 2024
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