California-based, but running for Britain
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There is a California connection to the legal fight that ended on Friday when a judge refused to grant Dwain Chambers an injunction that would have allowed him to run for Britain in the 100-meter event at the Beijing Games.
Earlier today, sprinters Tyrone Edgar and Craig Pickering were named to Britain’s 100-meter squad.
Edgar, who won the 100 at last month’s European Cup, moved to Los Angeles from London, according to HS International, his Irvine-based agent.
Edgar told the Associated Press that he’s glad the legal tussle has ended: ‘I’m just thankful the court case is over and grateful for the opportunity. Iâve been getting a bit irritated with all the questions about it, but now I just want to forget about it and look forward to Beijing.’
Here’s what the HS International website has to say about the 26-year-old athlete:
When Tyrone was 16, his mom told him to do something with himself, so he decided to start running. His talent for running proved to be fruitful as he moved to America to attend college on an athletic scholarship. Tyrone admits he loves America and enjoys playing Play Station, watching sports, and mentoring young kids.’
Edgar studied at Texas A&M and now is based in California.
-- Greg Johnson