Oscar Pistorius's Shocking Fall from Grace in 5 Clicks

After an inspiring ascension to stardom, the Olympic athlete faces murder charges in a baffling turn of events

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1. OLYMPIC GLORY

South African sprinter Oscar Pistorius, a double-amputee, makes Olympic history when he becomes the first Paralympian to compete in an able-bodied track event at the 2012 Summer Games. Though he fails to medal, his performance inspires many, as does his attitude: "Being disabled doesn't have to be a disadvantage," he says.