Olympic runner prematurely celebrates near finish line, blows race and chance at record

It’s not uncharacteristic for an elite runner to begin celebrating while nearing the finish line following a hard-fought race. But it’s a big no-no to do so when a challenger is close behind and a new race course record is on the line.

It’s not uncharacteristic for an elite runner to begin celebrating while nearing the finish line following a hard-fought race. But it’s a big no-no to do so when a challenger is close behind and a new race course record is on the line.