Events In History
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21 October 1964Peter Snell wins second gold in TokyoSnell had successfully defended his 800-m title earlier at the Tokyo Olympics and completed the coveted middle-distance double with gold in the 1500 m. Fellow Kiwi John Davies won bronze. Read more...
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27 January 1962Peter Snell breaks world mile recordWidely considered one of the greatest middle-distance runners of all time, Snell broke Herb Elliott's world record on grass at Cooks Gardens, Whanganui, covering the distance in 3 minutes 54.4 seconds. Read more...
Articles
Sport, 1940-1960
The mid-century decades brought more mass participation in sport, the consolidation of many national competitions, and greater achievement at international level.
- Page 2 - Lydiard's legacyThe cult of masculinity had one positive spin-off: Arthur Lydiard. A runner of iron will but limited natural ability, he discovered that as he ran further he got fitter.
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Main image: Best of the best Kiwi Olympians
