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Echoes of 1954 as Kerr, Wightman and rising star Myers face off in mile race

Roger Bannister’s ‘Miracle Mile’ race 72 years ago is set to gain a worthy successor as Scottish pair take on the prodigious Australian

The Guardian - UK · Jul 31

Unwanted and unloved – but here are 10 reasons to watch the Commonwealth Games

The Commonwealth Games may seem odd in the modern sporting landscape, but they remain a uniquely relaxed sporting event that will provide excitement and drama in Glasgow over the next 10 days

The Independent UK · Jul 23

Sabastian Sawe’s sub-two hour marathon is the Roger Bannister moment of our time

Sunday’s landmark in London was not only unexpected, dramatic and historic – it was a once-in-a-generation moment

The Guardian - UK · Apr 28

Australian athletics great John Landy remembered as an 'inspiration'

Tributes have poured in for Landy following his death at the age of 91, with the Australian fondly remembered for his talent as an athlete and for his outstanding sportsmanship.

ABC News · Feb 26, 2022

John Landy, pursuer of Bannister's 4-minute mile, dies at 91

John Landy, an Australian runner who dueled with Roger Bannister in a bid to become the first person to run a four-minute mile, has died

The Independent UK · Feb 26, 2022

Tributes pour in for trailblazer Landy

Athletics Australia and World Athletics have paid tribute to the late John Landy, who became only the second man to break the four-minute barrier for the mile.

AAP · Feb 25, 2022

Victoria records 15 Covid deaths, NSW 11 and Qld eight; flood fatalities – as it happened

Two people, including an SES volunteer, have died after being swept away in Queensland flood waters, bringing the toll to four. This blog is now closed

The Guardian - AU · Feb 25, 2022

Athletics great John Landy dies, aged 91

Middle-distance running great John Landy has died at the age of 91 after an accomplished life that included some of the great moments in Australian sport.

AAP · Feb 25, 2022

Landy a shining example on track and off

Middle-distance running great John Landy's dignity characterised an accomplished life that included some of the most memorable moments in Australian sport.

AAP · Feb 25, 2022