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Photographic Print : Ugandas John Akii-Bua celebrates his gold medal in the 400m hurdles at the 1972 Munich Olympics
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Ugandas John Akii-Bua celebrates his gold medal in the 400m hurdles at the 1972 Munich Olympics
Athletics - 1972 Munich Olympics - Mens 400m Hurdles Final
Ugandas John Akii-Bua celebrates winning the gold medal in a new World Record of 47.82 in the Olympiastadion, Munich, West Germany.
He was Ugandas first Olympic Champion
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Media ID 6179421
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10"x8" Photo Print
Relive the historic moment of Ugandan athlete John Akii-Bua's triumph at the 1972 Munich Olympics with this stunning photograph from Colorsport Images. Witness the raw emotion and excitement as Akii-Bua celebrates his gold medal win in the Men's 400m Hurdles Final, setting a new World Record of 47.82 seconds. This high-quality Media Storehouse Photographic Print captures the essence of athletic excellence and the spirit of the Olympics, making it a must-have for any sports enthusiast or collector.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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In this iconic photo print, we witness the sheer joy and triumph of Ugandan athlete John Akii-Bua as he celebrates his historic gold medal win in the 400m hurdles at the 1972 Munich Olympics. The image captures a moment frozen in time, forever etching Akii-Bua's name into sporting history. With arms raised high above his head and an infectious smile on his face, Akii-Bua radiates pure elation. His victory is not just a personal achievement but also a groundbreaking milestone for Uganda, making him their first-ever Olympic champion. The Olympiastadion in Munich serves as the backdrop to this extraordinary feat. As spectators cheer from the stands, Akii-Bua basks in the glory of his accomplishment while proudly donning Uganda's national colors. Notably, it wasn't just victory that Akii-Bua achieved; he shattered records along the way. With an astonishing time of 47.82 seconds, he set a new world record that left both fans and competitors awestruck. This photograph by Colorsport Images encapsulates not only one man's athletic prowess but also represents resilience, determination, and national pride. It immortalizes a defining moment when John Akii-Bua propelled himself into legendary status within both Ugandan and global athletics history books.
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