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Mary Decker lies on the ground after crashing out of the 1984 Olympic 3000m final
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Mary Decker lies on the ground after crashing out of the 1984 Olympic 3000m final
Athletics - 1984 Los Angeles Olympics - Womens 3000 metres Final
Mary Decker incident: the USAs Mary Decker is attended to by medical staff after falling out of the race when she caught the leg of Great Britains Zola Budd in the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
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In this powerful and iconic image captured by Colorsport Images, we witness the heartbreaking moment when American athlete Mary Decker's dreams of Olympic glory were shattered during the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics Women's 3000 meters Final. The photo portrays a scene of both physical and emotional pain as Decker lies on the ground, her body sprawled across the track. The intensity of the moment is palpable as medical staff rush to her aid, their concerned faces reflecting the gravity of the situation. This snapshot freezes time, forever encapsulating what became known as "the Mary Decker incident". It was a collision that would go down in history - an unfortunate entanglement between Decker and Great Britain's Zola Budd that abruptly ended one athlete's pursuit for gold. As spectators in awe watched from the stands at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how quickly fate can change within seconds. It captures not only physical agony but also reflects upon lost opportunities and dashed hopes. Colorsport Images has expertly preserved this significant moment in sporting history through their lens. This print allows us to revisit a pivotal event that continues to resonate with fans around the world.
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