Well, tonight I have watched the last Olympic appearance by the utterly wonderful long-distance runner Haile Gebrselassie.
In a career that has spanned nearly 15 years he managed to break 17 world records.
That's not a typo.....
17.
Tonight he was outclassed by two of the young breed of Ethiopians, who both hero-worship the amazing Haile. Known in his homeland as 'Jegnaw' - 'The Fearless Hero' and to his fans around the world as 'Emperor Gabe' , he will now focus on marathon running (alongside a reported interest in politics).
The world of long-distance running, and indeed Athletics itself owes Haile Gebreselassie a huge debt. A better ambassador for the sport could not be found.
Hail Haile.....
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