“If you want to tell something to an athlete, say it quickly and give no alternatives. This is a game of winning and losing. It is senseless to explain and explain.”
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Paavo Nurmi
Paavo Nurmi was a Finnish long-distance runner, considered one of the greatest long-distance runners in history. He achieved numerous Olympic gold medals and world records in the 1920s and 1930s, renowned for his exceptional endurance and speed. more
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