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Rob O'Neal, Florida Keys News Bureau via AP
Diana Nyad cries as she speaks to reporters and fans after arriving back in Key West, Fla., Tuesday, Aug. 9 following the 61-year-old marathon swimmer's failed attempt to swim from Cuba to the Florida Keys.
Rob O'Neal, Florida Keys News Bureau via AP
Diana Nyad, right, gestures as U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents board her support boat in Key West, Fla., Tuesday, Aug. 9. The 61-year-old marathon swimmer had to be pulled from the water early Tuesday during a second attempt to swim from Cuba to the Florida Keys.
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No shame in trying........congratulations for the attempt!
What a great attempt! I say kudos for taking on such a challenge. You are such an inspiration to all women!!
Age: the undefeated champion of us all. Nice try, Diana - I give you cedit for trying. After all, it's the journey that matters; the destination is all the same.
My heart goes out to you Lady.Great Attempt!If it wasn't for the Asthma I bet you could of done it even with the bad shoulder.
Congratulations for a Great Attempt, and being an example to anyone of any age!You're one Strong Lady!
Diana, you are my hero and a hero to many others! Thank you for the hope and the inspiration, you are truly incredible! Much Love!
She is one strong person. She made swimming look so easy--she did a wonderful job--Also she proved dreams die hard- You did your best, Diana. We are proud of you!!
What an incredible example you are to all of us, male and female, all ages. (I can't believe anyone could swim for 29 hours! Think about it. Unbelievable!)
Diana, it is wonderful that you tried. Don't cry. Be proud of yourself for the attempt.
She has no reason to cry. When I first saw the picture I thought a horrible tragedy had befallen her. She should be thankful that at her age she is healthy and was able to swim as far as she did. There are so many people that age who are sick or dying or who can barely walk. They would give anything to be as fortunate. Perhaps the time to try that was 20 or 30 years ago. It's an undeniable fact of life that a 60-year-old just can't do what what a 20- or 30-year-old can do. Be proud of what you can do!