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Medal success in Beijing

12/08/2008

Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has congratulated the first Scottish medal winner at the Beijing Olympics.

Ms Sturgeon said:

"Well done to David for securing Olympic silver in the men's canoe slalom finals. It's a fantastic achievement for him, and hopefully the first of many more medals for Scottish athletes competing in Beijing. The whole of Scotland is proud of him."

Page updated: Tuesday, August 12, 2008