East Timor's Olympic dream in tatters

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Updated July 16, 2008 20:23:58

Severe shortages of money, facilities and equipment, as well as in-fighting among sports associations, means East Timor faces more obstacles than most in achieving its Olympic dream.

Presenter: Tanya O'Shea
Speakers: East Timor NOC president, Joao Carrascalao.

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