Golden boy Alphanso Cunningham is a picture of concentration as he prepares to throw the javelin in the men’s F52/53 competition at the Stade du Rhone in Lyon, France, yesterday. (PHOTO: LIONEL ROOKWOOD)

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July 26, 2013

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Golden boy Alphanso Cunningham is a picture of concentration as he prepares to throw the javelin in the men’s F52/53 competition at the Stade du Rhone in Lyon, France, yesterday. Cunningham broke the world record on three occasions on his way to the gold medal with 24.30m. See details in the sport section (PHOTO: LIONEL ROOKWOOD)

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