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Allan Wells and Mike McFarlane share top spot on the 200m podium at the 1982 Brisbane Commonwealth Games
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Allan Wells and Mike McFarlane share top spot on the 200m podium at the 1982 Brisbane Commonwealth Games
Athletics - 1982 Brisbane Commonwealth Games - Mens 200m Presentation Ceremony
Scotlands Allan Wells and Englands Mike McFarlane share first place on the podium after their dead heat in the QEII Stadium, Queensland, Australia. On the right is bronze medalist Scotlands Cameron Sharpe.
Both Wells and McFarlane finished in a time of 20.43s and shared the gold medal in the only dead-heat in a track final at any Commonwealth Games
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In this iconic print from the 1982 Brisbane Commonwealth Games, sprinters Allan Wells and Mike McFarlane stand side by side on the top spot of the podium, sharing a historic moment in athletics history. The electrifying atmosphere at the QEII Stadium in Queensland, Australia is palpable as these two incredible athletes bask in their well-deserved glory. Representing Scotland and England respectively, Wells and McFarlane achieved an extraordinary feat - they finished the Men's 200m race with an exact tie. Both crossing the finish line in a remarkable time of 20.43 seconds, they became joint gold medalists in what remains to be the only dead-heat ever recorded in a track final at any Commonwealth Games. Their shared victory symbolizes not only their exceptional talent but also embodies sportsmanship and camaraderie between nations. As they proudly stand together on that podium, it is evident that their mutual respect transcends any rivalry or competition. To complete this memorable scene, Cameron Sharpe from Scotland stands on the right side of the podium as he receives his bronze medal. This photograph captured by Colorsport photographer Andrew Cowie immortalizes a truly unforgettable moment where sporting excellence meets unity among nations. This print serves as a timeless reminder of how sport can unite people from different backgrounds under one common passion - celebrating human achievement and pushing boundaries beyond what was previously thought possible.
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