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Marathon Athens 2004 Olympic Games

admin — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 05:39:31 +0000

The men’s marathon at the 2004 Athens Olympic Games in Greece was won by Italian runner Stefano Baldini. The highlight of this event was the sensational tackle of Brazilian runner Vanderlei de Lima by a spectator. De Lima ended up coming third. See more on the men’s Olympic Games marathon.

Marathon Seoul 1988 Olympic Games

admin — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 07:35:24 +0000

The men’s marathon at the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games in South Korea was won by Italian runner Gelindo Bordin. Here is a video of the last stages of the race, showing many of the top finishers crossing the line. It has an Australian commentary, so lots of references to their athletes, who came in 5th and 8th. There are also videos of the earlier parts of this race to be found online. See more on the men’s Olympic Games marathon.

Marathon Helsinki 1960 Olympic Games

admin — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 07:27:29 +0000

The men’s marathon at the 1960 Rome Olympic Games in Italy was won by Ethiopian runner Abebe Bikila, running in bare feet. Abebe Bikila became the first black African to take home a gold medal in any sport. Here is a video of the event. See more on the men’s Olympic Games marathon.

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100m Men's Sprint 1960 Rome Olympic Games

admin — Tue, 01 May 2012 03:50:00 +0000

The men’s 100m at the 1960 Rome Olympic Games was won by German sprinter Armin Hary in 10.2 seconds. With the Italian commentary and the dramatic music this is a wonderful way to watch the 100m final. See more on the History of the Olympics 100m sprint.

World Cup 1934 Final: Italy v Czechoslovakia

admin — Wed, 19 May 2010 08:36:09 +0000

Highlights of the 1934 FIFA World Cup Final, held at Stadio Nazionale PNF in Rome, Italy. The final was won by Italy in extra time, beating Czechoslovakia 2:1

World Cup 1938 Final: Hungary v Italy

admin — Wed, 19 May 2010 08:31:55 +0000

Highlights of the FIFA World Cup Final in 1938, held at the Stade Olympique de Colombes in Paris, France. Italy won, beating Hungary 4:2. Italy became the first team to successfully defend the title.

World Cup 1970 Final : Brazil v Italy

admin — Wed, 19 May 2010 07:10:00 +0000

Highlights of the 1970 Mexico World Cup Final played between Brazil and Italy, won by Brazil 4:1. Look out for Champion Brazilian Pelé who scored the first goal. The goal by Jairzinho is also worth waiting for.

World Cup 1990 Final – Germany defeats Argentina

admin — Wed, 19 May 2010 05:55:43 +0000

A nicely edited highlight film of the final of the 1990 FIFA World Cup between West Germany and Argentina, won by the Germans 1-0. This was an ill-tempered game, notable for the first two sendings off in a World Cup final. West Germany won their third title with a late penalty by Andreas Brehme. Argentina also became the first team not to score in a World Cup Final.

Torino Winter Olympic Snowboard Halfpipe

admin — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 06:47:12 +0000

A competitor at the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin in the snowboarding halfpipe competition. I don’t know who it is, but they do some pretty cool moves. The Japanese commentary makes it sound even cooler.

Lindsey Jacobellis Women's Snowboard Olympics Final

admin — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 06:38:22 +0000

The complete race of the Women’s Snowboard Cross final at the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin. There are a few stacks as expected in these races, though most spectacularly is Lindsey Jacobellis falling just at the end and giving up the gold.