News Now: The Champion’s Curse: A Shocking Olympic Victory Ends in Sorrow again…..
Spyridon Louis, a water carrier with no formal athletic training, became the first Olympic hero in 1896. He won the marathon at the Athens Olympics, defying expectations and captivating the crowd. Louis’ journey to victory was unexpected. He was a humble water carrier who ran long distances daily, delivering water to customers. Colonel Papadiamantopoulos, a … Read more