Pole Vault: Steve Hooker's Fear of Flying
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Watching the pole vault, as I’ll be doing this afternoon for the men’s final, is a bit like watching a NASCAR race: something remarkable will surely …
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Steve Hooker commentates on his Olympic Pole Vault gold medal
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Pole Vault: Steve Hooker's Fear of Flying
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Steve Hooker 5.61m 8 Steps
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Australian Pole Vaulter Steve Hooker Stays Flexible - The New York Times
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Steven Hooker Australian Olympic Committee