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OLYMPICS: WRESTLING, 1972. Dan Gable of the USA wrestling Kikuo Wada of Japan during the Summer Olympics in Munich, Germany. Photograph, 1972

OLYMPICS: WRESTLING, 1972. Dan Gable of the USA wrestling Kikuo Wada of Japan during the Summer Olympics in Munich, Germany. Photograph, 1972



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OLYMPICS: WRESTLING, 1972. Dan Gable of the USA wrestling Kikuo Wada of Japan during the Summer Olympics in Munich, Germany. Photograph, 1972

OLYMPICS: WRESTLING, 1972.
Dan Gable of the USA wrestling Kikuo Wada of Japan during the Summer Olympics in Munich, Germany. Photograph, 1972

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In this photograph, taken during the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich, Germany, we witness a fierce wrestling match between two formidable opponents. Dan Gable of the USA squares off against Kikuo Wada of Japan in an intense display of strength and skill. The image captures a pivotal moment in the match as both wrestlers engage in a battle for dominance. Clad in their respective wrestling uniforms, Gable and Wada showcase their athletic prowess and determination to emerge victorious. Gable, representing America with pride, exudes confidence as he grapples with his Japanese counterpart. His muscular physique reflects years of rigorous training and dedication to his craft. On the other side stands Wada, equally strong-willed and resolute in his pursuit of triumph. As they lock eyes on each other amidst the heat of competition, one can almost feel the tension radiating from this historic encounter. The judge watches attentively from afar, ready to determine who will emerge triumphant. This iconic photograph is not just a testament to these two exceptional athletes but also symbolizes the spirit of sportsmanship that unites nations through friendly rivalry on Olympic grounds. It serves as a reminder that even amidst fierce competition, respect and admiration for one another prevail. Preserved within Granger Art's Carousel Collection, this snapshot immortalizes an unforgettable moment from Olympic history – where strength met strategy on an international stage.

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