How many laps did Zamperini lead during his 5,000 m Olympic race?
All but the last
None
The final lap
1
Answer
Zamperini led for 1 lap during the 5,000-meter race in the 1936 Summer Olympics. He was in second place for the majority of the race until he was passed by the eventual winner, Gunder Hägg, with 100 meters to go.
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