Eighteen year old Nijel Amos became Botswana's first Olympic medalist with his superb run in the 800 metres final.
His time was only the fifth sub 1m 42.s in athletics history (Coe, Cruz, Kipketer and Rudishi) and a World junior record.
He is pictured above during the 1st round.
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| Men's 800m Final. 2012 Olympic Games |
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| 1. David Lekuta RUDISHA |
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KEN |
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1:40.91 WR
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2. Nijel AMOS
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BOT |
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1:41.73 NR
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3. Timothy KITUM
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KEN |
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1:42.53
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4. Duane SOLOMON
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USA |
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1:42.82
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5. Nick SYMMONDS
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USA |
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1:42.95
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6. Mohammed AMAN
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ETH |
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1:43.20 NR
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7. Abubaker KAKI
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SUD |
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1:43.32 |
8. Andrew OSAGIE
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GBR |
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1:43.77 |
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All eight athletes recorded personnel best times !