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Father-son continue triple jump tradition

 

Father-son continue triple jump tradition

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Connor Murphy, set to compete at his first Olympics in Paris, with Andrew who is his dad, coach and a triple Olympian. (Photo credit Chiara Montesano / Athletics Australia)

The Olympic Games are renowned as a family affair. They are the culmination of years of training by athletes and their coaches, and often with the extensive support of their parents and friends. 
The athletics Murphy clan heightens this family tradition.