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Canvas Print : 1972 Munich Olympics - Mens 400m Hurdles
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1972 Munich Olympics - Mens 400m Hurdles
Athletics - 1972 Munich Olympics - Mens 400m Hurdles Round One Heat Four
Ugandas John Akii-Bua on the way to winning his heat in the Olympiastadion, Munich, West Germany. Behind is the USAs Dick Bruggeman (#975), who finished seventh in the heat.
In the final Akii-Bua won the gold medal in a new World Record of 47.82. He was his countrys first Olympic Champion
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Media ID 6179425
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Relive the thrill of the 1972 Munich Olympics with our stunning Canvas Print of John Akii-Bua in the Mens 400m Hurdles. Widely regarded as one of the most iconic moments in Athletics history, this captivating image from Colorsport Images captures Akii-Bua on the way to winning his heat in the Olympiastadion, Munich. Printed on high-quality, thick, and durable canvas, our Canvas Prints bring vibrant colors and intricate details to your walls. Experience the excitement and emotion of this historic sports moment like never before with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the intense moment of the Men's 400m Hurdles Round One Heat Four at the 1972 Munich Olympics. In this iconic image, Uganda's John Akii-Bua is seen soaring over a hurdle on his way to victory in the Olympiastadion, Munich, West Germany. Behind him trails USA's Dick Bruggeman (#975), who finished seventh in the heat. The significance of this photograph lies not only in Akii-Bua's triumph but also in his historical achievement for Uganda. As his country's first Olympic champion, he etched his name into sporting history and became an inspiration for future generations. In the final race, Akii-Bua continued to showcase his exceptional talent and determination by winning the gold medal with a new world record time of 47.82 seconds. This remarkable feat solidified his status as one of athletics' greats and left an indelible mark on Olympic history. Colorsport Images has expertly captured this pivotal moment that encapsulates both athletic prowess and national pride. The black-and-white composition adds a timeless quality to the image, allowing viewers to appreciate not only Akii-Bua's physicality but also the emotional weight behind his groundbreaking achievement. This print serves as a powerful reminder of how sport can transcend boundaries and inspire individuals to reach their full potential against all odds.
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