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West German student Norbert Sudhaus runs into the stadium as a prank at the end of the marathon at the 1972 Munich Olympics
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West German student Norbert Sudhaus runs into the stadium as a prank at the end of the marathon at the 1972 Munich Olympics
Athletics - 1972 Munich Olympics - Marathon
West German student Norbert Sudhaus runs round the stadium in a track uniform, initially fooling the officials and crowd, who began to cheer him, that he is about to win the race. He was not stopped until he had run round most of the track, prompting loud booing from the crowd that the real race leader, American Frank Shorter, believed was for him
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In this print from the 1972 Munich Olympics, West German student Norbert Sudhaus becomes the center of attention as he pulls off an audacious prank at the end of the marathon. Dressed in a track uniform, Sudhaus sprints into the stadium, fooling both officials and spectators alike. The crowd erupts with excitement, believing that Sudhaus is on his way to victory. As he continues to run around most of the track, cheers turn into bewildered murmurs. It dawns on everyone that this unexpected runner is not part of the official race. Disappointment fills the air and transforms into loud booing from disappointed fans who had been caught up in Sudhaus' ruse. Meanwhile, American athlete Frank Shorter, leading the actual marathon race and unaware of what was happening behind him, mistakenly assumes that he has become a target for disapproval from disgruntled spectators. This remarkable moment captured by Colorsport Images showcases not only Sudhaus' daring impersonation but also highlights how easily our perceptions can be manipulated. It serves as a reminder that even in highly organized events like Olympic games, unexpected surprises can still find their way onto center stage – leaving lasting memories etched in history books for years to come.
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