Rulon Gardner: Shocking Olympic upset, defeating invincible Karelin.

Dan Jansen: Emotional victory after heartbreaking Olympic losses.

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Gail Devers:

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Paavo Nurmi: Persistent Finn conquers Olympic challenges.

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Derek Redmond: Limping to finish, embodying Olympic spirit.

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Joannie Rochette: Skating through grief, earning Olympic bronze.

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Gabriela Andersen-Schiess: Marathoner finishes despite severe exhaustion

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Yasuhiro Yamashita: Judo legend wins gold despite injury.

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Shun Fujimoto: Injured gymnast secures gold through pain.

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Eddie "The Eagle" Edwards: Persistent skier finishes despite obstacles.

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