Afghan Army Officer Wins International Running Match

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For the first time in recent history, an Afghan National Army officer has taken 1st place for running in an international competition, beating out participants from 30 other nations. Unfortunately he may not be able to pursue running because of military duties and lack of financial support

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Transcripts / Production notes / Scripts

SHOTLIST:
1 (00:00) Confetti fired on olympic Chairman entering auditorium
2 (00:05) Chairman walking towards seat.
3 (00:11) Chairman giving awards to Athletes
4 (00:23) Wide shot of award ceremony
5 (00:31) Lt. Sangar sitting and then standing at assembly.
6 (00:44) Lt. Sangar running last bit and then crossing line at race
7 (00:59) Attendees of assembly
8 (01:05) Teams and banners at assembly
9 (1:10) Lt. Sangar walking up to receive medal
10 (02:00) VARIOUS SHOTS, Stills of Sangar at race
11. (02:25) Sangar being congratulated by fellow students
12. (03:02) SOUNDBITE (DARI) ANA OFFICER 2nd Lt. Burhanudin Sangar:
““I want to serve the country of my people Afghanistan. I will always give 100% to win.”


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