Collegiate and high school Mile race denies mark, keeps Louis Zamperini's HS record "unbroken" for 19 years
By Keith Sharon, The Oregonian
Sometime after Christmas, an old man in Vancouver plans to drag his creaky bones to the movies.
"Unbroken," the story of track star / war hero Louis...
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“To be a record breaker I think you have to have determination and you have to be prepared for upsets and reverses which I certainly had in my career. The other factor is luck."
From Oxford Mail
Sub-4 minute Mile hero Sir Roger Bannister has been honored by Guinness World Records to mark 60...
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40 & older marks are second priority for two-time Olympic medalist and multiple U.S. record holder.
By Peter Gambaccini, Runner's World
In 2014, Bernard Lagat earned the silver medal at 3000 meters at the World Indoor Championships, kicked to another outdoor USA 5000 meter title, and had a...
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On eve of 'Unbroken' release, they reflect on their father's running, his thoughts on the movie and his dedication to sport.
By Christine Fennessy, Runner's World
Louie Zamperini’s life hits big screens everywhere on Christmas Day. The movie, Unbroken, is based on Laura Hillenbrand’s...
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