14 Dec 2019

Barry Magee on Sir Peter Snell

From Saturday Morning, 9:10 am on 14 December 2019

 

"Part of me wants to cry. The other part celebrates the life of this great, great, great New Zealander."

Barry Magee trained with Sir Peter Snell under legendary coach, Arthur Lydiard. He reflects on the achievements of his friend who has died.

Peter Snell after winning Gold. He won Gold in both the 1500m and 800m races. Tokyo Olympic games, 1964.

Photo: PHOTOSPORT

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