Two sportsman that found themselves thrust into the spotlight with a bit of luck
Australian defender Ryan McGowan has compared his appearances for the Socceroos at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil to Steven Bradbury's fortuitous gold medal at the 2002 Winter Olympics.
Used primarily in friendlies leading up to the tournament, McGowan ultimately featured in all three of Australia's group games after a succession of injuries left him as Ange Postecoglou's only option at right-back.
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"I was very lucky," McGowan told BBC Scotland.
"If you've ever heard of a guy called Steven Bradbury.