The Ethiopian runner who made track-and-field history by winning two consecutive Olympic marathons, the first of them barefoot. A unique sporting phenomenon who transformed the history of the marathon, set new standards, and left the world watching in astonishment as the slight Ethiopian runner left his rivals far behind.
The story of Abebe Bikila: how he began, how he first took up competitive running seriously at the age of 28, how he reached the top through relentless effort and sacrifice, and how a prize he received for his victories ultimately led to tragedy.