In the history of the Olympics there have been innumerable classic moments where athletes have triumphed against the odds or simply achieved feats beyond belief. Here is a selection of some of the most unforgettable Olympic moments.

Golden Olympic moments

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Matthew Mitcham (AUS)
Dawn Fraser (AUS)
Australian Women's Water Polo Team, Sydney 2000
Kieren Perkins (AUS)
Betty Cuthbert (AUS)
Cathy Freeman (AUS)
Michael Phelps (USA)
Jesse Owens (USA)
Men's 4 x 100m relay, the Sydney Olympics, 2000
Kerri Pottharst and Natalie Cook (AUS)
Usain Bolt (JAM)
Nadia Comaneci (ROM)
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