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Ken Norris races Pirie out of six miles. Gordon Pirie created the athletic sensation of
Ken Norris races Pirie out of six miles. Gordon Pirie created the athletic sensation of the year when he dropped out of the amateur athletic associations six-mile championship at Londons white city last night with a lap still to be covered. And while the crowd were bemused and bewildered, Ken Norris, 23 - Year old Wembley sports goods salesman, went on the win, completely unchallenged, in 29 mins. 0.6 sec. July 1955 P005294
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Athlete Athletics Long Distance Runner
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the year 1955, where a momentous athletic event took place at London's White City. The image captures the intense race between two remarkable runners - Ken Norris and Gordon Pirie. Gordon Pirie, known for his incredible athleticism, shocked spectators when he unexpectedly dropped out of the amateur athletic association's six-mile championship. With just one lap left to cover, confusion filled the air as onlookers tried to comprehend what had just occurred. Amidst this bewildering turn of events, Ken Norris emerged as an unexpected hero. At only 23 years old and working as a sports goods salesman in Wembley, Norris seized the opportunity presented by Pirie's withdrawal. With determination etched on his face, he sprinted towards victory with unparalleled speed and agility. As the crowd watched in awe, Norris effortlessly crossed the finish line unchallenged after completing an astonishing time of 29 minutes and 0.6 seconds. His triumph not only secured him a well-deserved win but also created ripples throughout the world of athletics. This photograph from Memory Lane Prints encapsulates both action and emotion from that unforgettable evening in July 1955. It serves as a testament to human resilience and showcases how unexpected circumstances can sometimes lead to extraordinary achievements in sports history.
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