What happened to Derek Redmond in 1992?

What happened to Derek Redmond in 1992?

At the 1992 Olympic Games in Barcelona, Redmond tore his hamstring in the 400 metres semi-final but continued the race limping and, with assistance from his father, managed to complete a full lap of the track as the crowd gave him a standing ovation.

Did Derek Redmond finish the race?

Sadly, as his father had helped him finish, rules stated that Derek was officially disqualified, with Olympic records stating that he ‘Did Not Finish’ the race.

How old is Derek Redmond now?

56 years (September 3, 1965)Derek Redmond / Age

How long did it take Derek Redmond to recover?

Four days into training, Derek Redmond lamented, he injured his hamstring once more. Right, I thought, let’s get ready for 1993 instead. I had another operation, took a bit longer to recover and a few weeks into training popped my hamstring again. This happened seven times?” that’s seven operations in 18 months.

Is Derek Redmond married?

Maria Yatesm. 2011
Sharron Daviesm. 1994–2000
Derek Redmond/Spouse

What was Derek Redmond injury?

The story of Derek Redmond has been called one of the purest examples of determination and perseverance in Olympic history. The British runner was favoured to medal in the 400m race at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics but a hamstring injury forced him to pull up during the semi-final.

Who won the 1992 Summer Olympics?

The Unified Team
The Unified Team (made up by the former Soviet republics without the Baltic states) topped the medal table, winning 45 gold and 112 overall medals….1992 Summer Olympics.

Where was Derek Redmond born?

Bletchley, United KingdomDerek Redmond / Place of birth

Who won the gold medal in men’s 10 m in 1992 Olympics?

Athletics at the 1992 Summer Olympics – Men’s 10,000 metres

Who won 1992 Olympics?

Spain
Host nation Spain finished the games with 22 medals overall (thirteen gold, seven silver, and two bronze)….1992 Summer Olympics medal table.