Marathoner Jim Peters collapses and Roger Bannister runs the 'Miracle Mile' at 1954 British Empire Games

Marathoner Jim Peters collapses and Roger Bannister runs the 'Miracle Mile' at 1954 British Empire Games

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The video highlights two significant moments in sports history. Jim Peters, a marathoner from England, collapses just a few hundred yards from the finish line and is disqualified after being mistakenly assisted by a friend. In another thrilling event, Roger Bannister races against John Landy in the 'mile of the century,' pushing himself to the limits to win and once again break the four-minute mile barrier.

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