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Ben Johnson’s Olympic Gold

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This chapter details the thrilling 1988 Seoul Olympics men's 100 meters final, where Ben Johnson beats Carl Lewis and sets a new world record. However, the triumph quickly turns to turmoil as Johnson's victory is marred by doping allegations that lead to the forfeiture of his gold medal.

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