To many people the presentation of izes by Her Majesty to the winners of the Olympic Games, decided to date, was one of the most interesting features of the whole testi At least there were no disputes, and that alone was mach to be thankful for, The cere-many was impressive snd the winners mast have felt proud as they advanced towards the Royal Box to the strai of See The Conquering Hero Comes.' Besides the regular winners, Dorando, who 80 neatly won the Marathon Race, was presented with a gold cop as personal recognition by the Queen of is great effort. The little Italian received a great ovation—far greater than if he had won the race, Have the actual winner, did not get all cheers he deserved, this being due to the general sympathy for Dorando and the discuss of the people over the unsportsmanlike ranning of Carpenter in the 400 metres. Dorando has since made his appearance on the Music Hall stage and it is said to be his intention to ran as professional in future. Many sportsmen will be sorry for this, and it does not conform with the general ideas of what a runner 00 honoured ought to do.
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