Sporting Witness - Lasse Viren

In the 1972 Olympics he broke the 10,000 metre world record despite falling over during the race.

Hear from Lasse Viren, and one of his fellow competitors.

Photo: Lasse Viren celebrating his win. Associated Press.

Published on Saturday, 19th May 2012.

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