article_snippet.sent: But at the 2004 Athens Olympics, Paula was forced to drop out of the race despite being favourite to win .
article_snippet.sent: Paula was devastated Paula couldn't finish the Olympic marathon as Paula body was depleted by medication Paula had to take following a collision with a bike in training beforehand .
article_snippet.sent: The athlete felt Paula'd let everyone down and cried at the press conference . '
article_snippet.sent: But in 2008, Paula was disappointed to finish 23rd in the 2004 Athens Olympics as Paula training was interrupted by injury in the build up.
article_snippet.sent: In 2008, Paula lined up at the 2004 Athens Olympics the 2004 Athens Olympics again but injury in the build-up to the race meant Paula missed vital training and
article_snippet.sent: Paula wasn't fit enough to compete with the best on the day.
article_snippet.sent: Paula finished in 23rd place and was once again upset Paula couldn't fulfill Paula potential at the 2004 Athens Olympics.
article_snippet.sent: Since then, Paula returned to competitive running but was often thwarted by injury causing Paula to pull out of major competitions.