In 1996, Donovan Bailey became both the world champion and the Olympic gold medallist in the 100-metre race. He became an enduring Canadian sports hero. In this final episode of season 2, Kim Thúy talks with Bailey in front of a live studio audience....

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Canadian Museum of History

Donovan Bailey, Olympic Champion: Win or Learn

NOV 13, 202425 MIN
Artifactuality

Donovan Bailey, Olympic Champion: Win or Learn

NOV 13, 202425 MIN

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In 1996, Donovan Bailey became both the world champion and the Olympic gold medallist in the 100-metre race. He became an enduring Canadian sports hero. In this final episode of season 2, Kim Thúy talks with Bailey in front of a live studio audience. They discuss his origins, the hard lessons of discipline, and competition. Hear his surprising thoughts on the connections between winning and losing. Transcript: https://www.historymuseum.ca/dod/podcasts/transcripts/s02e10