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Tragedy of the Marathon Race... London Olympics 1908
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Tragedy of the Marathon Race... London Olympics 1908
Front cover from The Graphic. Dorando Pietri of Italy collapsed after entering the stadium ahead of the pack during the 1908 London Olympics. He was revived by doctors and some of the officials helped him to his feet and then assisted him to the finish line. John Hayes of the United States was the second finisher. Pietri had been declared the winner, but the Americans lodged a protest that was finally upheld. Dorando was nevertheless presented with a special cup by Queen Alexandra for his pluck
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A Moment of Triumph and Controversy - Dorando Pietri's Collapse at the 1908 London Olympics Marathon (Front Cover, The Graphic)
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The iconic image on the front cover of The Graphic magazine, dated July 17, 1908, captures the dramatic moment of the Marathon Race at the 1908 London Olympics when Dorando Pietri of Italy collapsed just after entering the stadium, having led the pack ahead of the finish line. The exhaustion and determination etched on his face are palpable as he is attended to by doctors and some officials, who helped him to his feet and assisted him to the finish line. John Hayes of the United States, the second finisher, can be seen in the background, looking on in disbelief as the scene unfolds. Pietri, who had been declared the winner, was later disqualified due to a rule violation, as he had received assistance from officials during the race. Despite the protest lodged by the Americans, Pietri was presented with a special cup by Queen Alexandra in recognition of his pluck and determination. This historical moment marked a significant turning point in the history of the Olympics, as it highlighted the importance of fair play and adherence to the rules. The image, which has become a symbol of the human spirit and perseverance, captures the raw emotion and intensity of the Marathon Race and the controversy that surrounded its outcome. The cover of The Graphic, with its powerful imagery and captivating story, remains an important document in the annals of sports history.
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