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Sporting Witness: Cathy Freeman

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Cathy Freeman

24/09/2020 GMT

BBC World Service - Sporting Witness, Cathy Freeman

The aboriginal runner who became the hero of the Sydney Olympics in 2000

In 2000, the aboriginal runner, Cathy Freeman, became the star of the Olympic Games in Sydney. After being given the honour of lighting the Olympic cauldron, she was under huge pressure to win the 400 metres in front of her home crowd. Freeman delivered in style - and went on an emotional victory lap parading both the aboriginal and Australian flags. Presented by Simon Watts

Picture: Cathy Freeman celebrating her 400m victory in 2000, Credit: Getty Images

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