For decades, the U.S. dominated the men's 400-meter race, one of the most difficult and prestigious events at any Olympic Games. But no American man had won gold since 2008 — until Wednesday.
For decades, the U.S. dominated the men's 400-meter race, one of the most difficult and prestigious events at any Olympic Games. But no American man had won gold since 2008 — until Wednesday.Quincy Hall celebrates winning the gold medal for the U.S. after competing in the Men's 400m final on Wednesday at Stade de France at the Paris Summer Olympics.
Even as he came around the bend, with just 100 meters remaining, he was still in fourth place. But he labored to catch up — finally overtaking Great Britain's Matthew Hudson-Smith just before the finish line.American Gabby Thomas cruises in 200-meter Olympic final, wins her first gold medal For decades, the U.S. had dominated the men's 400-meter race, winning seven Olympics in a row from 1984 through 2008. But since then, American runners had struggled in the event, placing third only once.
Asked by a reporter at what point he knew he'd won, Hall answered confidently:"As soon as they shot that gun, I knew I had it."
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