It's been a whirlwind few days here in Beijing. On Friday, David lost a singles match that moved him into the Bronze Medal match. He played a superb match on Saturday winning the Bronze Medal 6-2, 4-6, 6-1. It was a nailbiter! The Medal Ceremony for the Singles was today, Sunday, and although he was somewhat disappointed that he didn't get the Gold, he was pleased to represent the United States as the Quad Singles Bronze Medalist at the 2008 Beijing Paralympic Games.
On Saturday evening, David and Nick won the Gold Medal Doubles Match - hooray for the USA! They played an excellent match against Israel winning 6-0, 4-6, 6-2. The Doubles medal ceremony was last night and the tears streamed down our faces as David & Nick retained their world standing as the #1 Doubles pair and the defending Gold Medalists from Athens. What a great day of tennis and American pride!
There is more tennis to watch but David is finished playing. He is the only US tennis player (able bodied or disabled) to leave Beijing with two medals. What an amazing feat. You won't believe how beautiful (and heavy!) his medals are! We have one last event - the Closing Ceremony on Wednesday night. It promises to be quite a celebration.
Tomorrow we get to visit the Paralympic Village where the athletes stay. We have heard it is really something and have been looking forward to seeing it and having David show us around. As always, be sure to view my updated photos at www.dropshots.com/cathycarson2000 . Between the eight of us on this trip, we must have about 1,000 pictures. I promise to pick the best for you to see when I return. Thank you for all your support!
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