EURO-GAMES PROSPECTS

The transcript discusses the potential of a 35-year-old athlete, Ron Jones, to win the European 100 metre title, highlighting his recent performance. It also covers John Sherwood's success in the 400 metres hurdles, Frank Murphy's unexpected victory in the 1500 metres, and the achievements of Lin Davies in long jump and Ian Stewart in the 5000 metres. The narrative emphasizes the athletes' performances and their prospects for European medals.

What is significant about Ron Jones' performance in the 3A's championships?

• He won his first championship title.

• He proved age is not a barrier by performing well.

• He was disqualified for false starts.

• He set a new world record.

How did John Sherwood perform in the 400 metres hurdles?

• He won his third 3A's title.

• He set a new world record.

• He was unable to finish the race.

• He finished in third place.

What strategy did Frank Murphy use to win the 1500 metres race?

• He relied on the champion to make a mistake.

• He stayed behind and overtook in the last 100 metres.

• He ran away from the defending champion and never let him catch up.

• He sprinted at the start and maintained the lead.

How many times has Lin Davies won the long jump crown consecutively?

• Three times

• Four times

• Five times

• Six times

What was notable about Ian Stewart's victory in the 5000 metres?

• He was the youngest competitor in the race.

• He won by a narrow margin.

• He set the fastest time in Britain that year.

• He broke the world record.