Track And Field - Decathlon - Javelin
Sep. 09, 1961 - Gordon Pirie finished his career as an amateur runner by winning the 5, 000 Metres at White City: Gordon Pirie, the stormy star of British athletics, said goodbye to the amateur running track last night with great triumph when he won the 5, 000 metres in the England versus Russia match at the White City. He was given a huge reception by the 20, 000 crowd after his great win. Photo shows from the place of honour Gordon Pirie Waves to the crowd. A crowd who have loved him through 12 turbulent years, having broken five world records and run for England in 30 countries. He is now 30-years-old
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13236982
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