Sporting Witness - Cathy Freeman
In 2000, the aboriginal runner, Cathy Freeman, became the star of the Olympic Games in Sydney. After being given the honour of lighting the Olympic cauldron, she was under huge pressure to win the 400 metres in front of her home crowd. Freeman delivered in style - and went on an emotional victory lap parading both the aboriginal and Australian flags. Presented by Simon Watts
Picture: Cathy Freeman celebrating her 400m victory in 2000, Credit: Getty Images
Published on Thursday, 24th September 2020.
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