The first days of the 2008 Olympic Games were held in the shadow of a military confrontation between Georgia and Russia. In which event did both countries representatives win medals and embraced on the podium?
- Shooting - 10m air pistol, women
- Judo - 66kg, men
- Weightlifting - 48kg, men
- Athletics - shot put, women
Answer
The correct answer is A) Shooting - 10m air pistol, women.
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