Unearthed Video Shows Wayne Gretzky, Pelé, Sugar Ray Leonard, and Björn Borg in an Intriguing 100M Sprint Battle
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Those moments are rare when four sports legends are seen in one frame. Though Wayne Gretzky, Pelé , Leonard and Björn are popular in different sports, they all give tough competition when challenged. A viral video shows their fierce contest where none of them gives up or quits.
The video shows that age is no bar while competing in sports. We can’t help but marvel at the speed and stamina of the athletes competing in the video.
A Vintage Video of 4 Unforgettable Athletes in Sports History
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The priceless video was a part of the World Sports Masters and was shot in 1982. This clip shows Gretzky, Pelé , Leonard and Borg racing on foot and trying their best to reach the finish line first.
During the time the video was shot, Gretzky was younger than Pelé. The short video on Twitter shows Gretzky overtaking the other three sportsmen in the race.
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The smile on Gretzky and Pelé’s faces after the race portray how much they enjoyed racing on the track. Pele’s congratulatory gesture to Gretzky after he won the race is what true sportsman spirit looks like.
Other Great Moments in Wayne Gretzky’s Career
In 1994, Gretzky broke Gordie Howe’s record by scoring his 802nd goal in hockey during a match against Vancouver Canucks. Another iconic moment was when Gretzky won the Stanley Cup for the fourth time in NHL history. Receiving the Art Ross Trophy for scoring the highest points was also a career highlight for Gretzky. ‘The Great One’ also scored his 77th goal and broke Phil Esposito’s record for most goals in a single season. These achievements show why Gretzky is known as the G.O.A.T. of hockey by millions of fans.
Hockey legend Gretzky’s competition with football legend Pelé , boxing champion Leonard and tennis great Björn is an extraordinary moment in sports history. As fans, we shall always treasure this moment and hope for more priceless moments when sporting legends meet and compete. What do you think about this memorable race? Let us know in the comments below.
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Edited by:
Anupama Ghosh