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Did you know that the 1904 Olympic marathon in St. Louis was an absolute disaster? The race was held in sweltering heat, with only 14 out of 32 runners managing to finish due to the brutal conditions and lack of water stations. The winner, Thomas Hicks, was given a dose of strychnine and egg whites during the race to keep him going – definitely not your typical sports drink!
This fascinating piece of Olympic history reminds us of how far sports safety and regulations have come, while also highlighting the incredible determination of early Olympic athletes.
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