Although, the Aussies probably wouldn't mind now they've had a chance to get used to it. |
He beat Keating in 1996, partly by casting himself as a champion of ordinary Aussies and Keating as representative of a washed-up elite. |
Cathy Freeman's 400m victory would by itself have been enough for a crowd of 112,000 adoring Aussies. |
In the relay, the Americans got sweet revenge for a five-second defeat to the Aussies four years ago in Sydney, while Italy took bronze. |
Australians love America, but any worldly person knows you do not threaten Aussies. |
As a Kiwi it's hard to admit, but the Aussies are pretty sharp at this game, which is even more reason to dislike them. |