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Lasse Viren

In the 1972 Olympics he broke the 10,000 metre world record despite falling over during the race.

Hear from Lasse Viren, and one of his fellow competitors.

Photo: Lasse Viren celebrating his win. Associated Press.

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Mon 21 May 2012 01:50GMT
大象传媒 World Service Online

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