Medal Memories: Filbert Bayi, Christchurch 1974 | Glasgow 2014 - Commonwealth Games

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Our Medal Memories series returns with an exclusive interview with legendary Tanzanian runner, Filbert Bayi.

Looking back at the Christchurch 1974 Commonwealth Games, Filbert talks us through his jaw-dropping 1500m performance – where he revolutionised the race forever. Filbert continues to hold the 1500m Commonwealth record, an incredible four decades on.

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