Jul 14, 1997 6:03 PM

Games Marred

As the Australian team waited to enter Tel Aviv's Ramat Gan Stadium during opening ceremonies of the 27-nation Maccabiah Games, the temporary bridge they were standing on collapsed, killing one and injuring 64. Entertainment for the 50,000 spectators gathered for the "Jewish Olympics" went on, causing a storm of protest among Israeli commentators and politicians.

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