Decathlete Dean Macey's dream of a medal has almost ended after a disappointing performance in the pole vault.

The Canvey Islander began the eighth event of the competition in fourth place overall but could only manage a leap of 4.40m, 40cm below his personal best.

Third-placed Bryan Clay cleared 4.90m and with just the javelin and 1500m remaining, only an injury to the American would realistically give Macey the chance of gaining a medal.

Published Tuesday August 24, 2004

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