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Eric Liddell, the famed Scottish sprinter and Olympian, was born on January 16, 1902, in Tianjin, China, to missionary parents. His athletic prowess gained him recognition both as a sprinter and a devout Christian. Liddell declined to compete in the 100-meter race during the 1924 Olympic Games as it fell on a Sunday, the Sabbath, displaying his unwavering commitment to his religious beliefs.