Reflections of Montreal 1976 #3: Why Thomas Bach’s life was shaped 50 years ago by more than just an Olympic gold medal
Watching athletes being denied an opportunity to take part in the Games fuelled the future IOC President’s drive to give athletes a stronger voice and belief that sport must remain politically neutral
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