My guess is that GSP, Loiseau, and Bisbing hate the flag waving. Of course they are proud that they are representing their Country, but their livelihood depends on their popularity. GSP and Loiseau (sp?) were never booed before the stupid USA versus Canada promotion. It is en vogue to bash the French in the States these days and these two guys have done more to stem that just by virtue of being good fighters and by acting like professionals. I mean, who doesn't like a GSP interview? Who doesn't like to see their athleticism? These guys are really marketable, but not as 'bad guys.' The Prime Minister should put them on payroll. Anybody remember the late legend Dave Schultz, who won a Gold Medal in freestyle in the Olympics in LA and won the Tiblisi tournament? He was lionized in Iran, Russia, and other countries because of his wrestling ability AND the way he conducted himself. He represented his Country and the sport well by his actions, not by flag waving.
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