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Quote by Eric Liddell

“In the dust of defeat as well as the laurels of victory there is a glory to be found if one has done his best.”

Quote by Eric Liddell

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Eric Liddell, born on January 16, 1902, in Scotland, was a renowned Olympic athlete. He won gold medals in the 400m and 800m events at the 1924 Paris Olympics, becoming a legendary figure in the history of athletics. Liddell is known for his strong religious beliefs and exceptional sportsmanship, and his story has been widely spread in the film 'Chariots of Fire'. more

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