TOKYO: Naoko Takahashi's omission from Japan's marathon team for the Athens Olympics created an outburst of emotion rarely seen in Japan.
Throughout Japan, Takahashi's fans reacted with dismay yesterday to Monday's announcement that the popular Sydney Olympic gold medallist won't be going to Athens to defend her title in women's marathon.
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