The second man to break the four-minute mile barrier has been hailed for performing one of the most extraordinary acts of sportsmanship in athletics history, as well as his contribution to the community over several decades.
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Tributes flow for legendary middle-distance runner John Landy, who has died at the age of 91.
Australian John Landy, right, comes second to four-minute-mile great Roger Bannister. (AAP) Source: Supplied
The second man to break the four-minute mile barrier has been hailed for performing one of the most extraordinary acts of sportsmanship in athletics history, as well as his contribution to the community over several decades.
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By Claire Slattery
Source: SBS News
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