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“I think track is still one of the most exciting participant sports, but we haven't been able to capitalize on that excitement through television and the print media.” quote by Bob Beamon — Download Open image

“I think track is still one of the most exciting participant sports, but we haven't been able to capitalize on that excitement through television and the print media.”

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