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In 11.27 seconds at the Asian Games, Shanti Pereira writes a fast and fabulous history

Shanti Pereira of Singapore crosses the finish line in 11.27 seconds to win the Asian Games 100m silver. PHOTO: MARK CHEONG
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HANGZHOU – In 11.27 seconds, so much can happen. Magic can be fashioned. Vindication found. Talent proved. And history written into a book with spike marks. In 11.27 seconds, a human can shrug off nerves on a cool evening and quicken a national heartbeat.

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