OLYMPICS: Shawn White soaking in the golden aftermath

Shaun White hates being away from his second gold medal. The Carlsbad native takes it everywhere, from family gatherings to talk shows to hamburger stands.

Separation anxiety took hold quickly during the time following his victory in Wednesday's men's snowboard halfpipe competition of the Winter Olympics in Vancouver, British Columbia. He felt naked during the hours between his final run and the medal presentation. He didn't like it when he had to leave it in the hotel room or put it in a bag while traveling.

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