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Emil Zátopek
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Emil Zátopek was a Czech long-distance runner who won three gold medals at the 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki. He came first in the 5,000 metres and 10,000 metres runs before he decided at the last minute to compete in the first marathon of his life, which he also won. Zátopek was nicknamed the "Czech Locomotive".
“Essentially, we distinguish ourselves from the rest. If you want to win something, run the 100 meters. If you want to experience something, run a marathon.”
“I was not talented enough to run and smile at the same time.”
“It's at the borders of pain and suffering that the men are separated from the boys.”
“It is not gymnastics or ice skating, you know.”
“Are you running out of breath? Go faster! (Life credo)”
Quotes via Wikiquote (CC BY-SA), each with its original source.