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SKATING: ERIC HEIDEN'S RECORD BREAKING SKATES
Eric Heiden, Lake Placid 1980
The 1980 Lake Placid Winter Olympic Games were marked by the exploits of a truly remarkable athlete, Eric Heiden of the USA.
Olympic speed-skating comprises five events: 500- 1000- 1500- 5000- and 10,000 metres. Heiden entered all five races. He won a gold medal and set an Olympic record in every race, an achievement which is unique in Olympic speed-skating.
Here you see Heiden's skates, given to the Museum by his family.
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