MarathonMike
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During the Berlin Olympics in 1936, under the watchful eye of Adolf Hitler, Luz Long the German long jumper gave Jesse Owens a tip that helped him qualify for the Long Jump finals. Later when Owens won the Long Jump and set a record Long was the first to congratulate him. They became lifelong friends and just before he died from injuries sustained in the war, he sent a letter to Owens asking him to meet his son and tell him what kind of a man his Father was. Owens did just that and became friends with Long's son as well.
Friendship of Luz Long and Jesse Owens from 1936 Berlin Olympic Games
The third episode of 'Sportingly +' brings you a story about sportsmanship, friendship, respect, and of course excellence in the history of modern sports.
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