A French athlete collapsed during the 50km walk after suffering from stomach trouble - only to get back to his feet and finish the race.

Diniz collapsed
Diniz collapsed

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Diniz was spotted by cameras struggling in the race about 45 minutes in and apparently defecated during the race

Diniz pauses against a barrier once again, shortly after collapsing about two and a half hours into the race
It had been reported by French publication L'Équipe that race favourite Diniz had been suffering from a bad stomach in the lead up to the event.

Shortly afterwards, and with more than a minute's lead, the athlete collapsed by the roadside, allowing others to pass.

In a moment of solidarity, the man going in to the lead, Canada's Evan Dunfee, picked up the fallen athlete back to his feet as they continued with the race.

Source:dailymail