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Antique Framed Print : Olga Korbut in tears at the 1972 Munich Olympics
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Olga Korbut in tears at the 1972 Munich Olympics
Gymnastics - 1972 Munich Olympics - Womens Individual All-Around Final
An emotional Olga Korbut of the Sovviet Union after a disastrous uneven bars routine cost her a medal in the individual competition in the Sports Hall, Olympic Park, Munich, West Germany. Her open display of tears captivated the Munich audience and endeared her to millions watching on television around the world.
At the 1972 Games the 17 year-old Korbut won gold medals in the balance beam, floor exercises, and team event, and a silver in the uneven bars
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Media ID 6226997
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1972 Summer Olympic Games Games Of The Xx Olympiad Uss R
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 16.9cm (9.6" x 6.7")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This powerful photo captures a defining moment in Olga Korbut's gymnastics career at the 1972 Munich Olympics. The image shows an emotional Korbut, tears streaming down her face, after a devastating performance on the uneven bars that cost her a medal in the individual competition. The Sports Hall in Olympic Park, Munich became witness to this heart-wrenching scene. Despite this setback, Korbut's vulnerability and raw display of emotions resonated with both the live audience and millions of viewers worldwide. Her tears not only symbolized her disappointment but also showcased her passion and dedication to the sport. At just 17 years old, Korbut had already achieved remarkable success at these Games. She secured gold medals in balance beam, floor exercises, and team events while earning a silver in uneven bars. This particular routine may have ended differently than she hoped for; however, it did not diminish her overall accomplishments. The photograph by Colorsport / Stewart Fraser freezes this poignant moment forever - capturing the essence of human emotion amidst fierce competition. It serves as a reminder that even elite athletes experience moments of vulnerability and defeat. Olga Korbut's tearful expression has become an iconic image that encapsulates both triumphs and tribulations faced by athletes on their journey towards greatness.
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