5 Live Sport: All About...

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In this episode Steve Backley reflects on the greatest moments of his career as a javelin thrower. He talks about being a world record breaker on three occasions and winning Silver at the Sydney Olympics in 2000.

He discusses his famous rivalry with Jan Železný and how they pushed eachother to achieve their best. Plus, what’s the strangest object Steve Backley has ever been asked to throw?

04:20 - Bronze medal achievement

10:00 - Best achievement by other athlete
20:15 - Silver medal achievement
23:25 - Wooden spoon moment
27:20 - Gold medal achievement

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