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Podcast: Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary
Episode: Finish Strong with Olympian Derek Redmond
Description: Today's guest has arguably become the most famous Olympian to ever finish last in an Olympic race. At the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona, Derek Redmond was amongst the favorites in the 400m semi-final. As he passed the 250m mark, the unthinkable happened: he tore his hamstring. Grabbing his leg and hobbling forward, Derek ultimately fell onto the track in agony. Determined to finish the race, he began to stumble towards the finish line, but not without the help of his father. Jim Redmond jumped over the stadium railing, dodged Olympic security, and raced to his son's a...