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World Service,23 Jan 2016,9 mins

Cathy Freeman, the Star of the Sydney Olympics

Sporting Witness

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In 2000, the aboriginal runner, Cathy Freeman, became the star of the Olympic Games in Sydney. After being given the honour of lighting the Olympic cauldron, she was under huge pressure to win the 400 metres in front of her home crowd. Freeman delivered in style - and went on an emotional victory lap parading both the aboriginal and Australian flags. Presented by Simon Watts. Picture: Cathy Freeman celebrating her 400m victory in 2000, Credit: Getty Images

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