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Story summary
- Sam Ruthe, a rising track star from New Zealand, volunteered to guide Tamahau Hicks at the Colgate Games in Tauranga after Hicks' original guide fell ill 30 minutes before the race.
- Hicks, who has a traumatic brain injury affecting his vision, celebrated a personal best by 40 seconds and won the para race.
- Emily Kay, Hicks' mother, praised Ruthe's support and noted the community spirit after the race.
