Winter Olympics legend Eddie ‘The Eagle’ Edwards recalls jump that made him a global hero
Ski jumping legend Eddie ‘The Eagle’ Edwards has opened up about his enduring legacy, revealing that simply reaching the 1988 Calgary Games was his "gold medal" despite being branded a "failure" at the time. Speaking to GB News, the British athlete reflected on the 38 year journey from being the ultimate underdog to becoming one of the most respected figures in Olympic history. A quarter century ago, the British plasterer turned ski jumper made a name for himself by breaking a British record
Ski jumping legend Eddie ‘The Eagle’ Edwards has opened up about his enduring legacy, revealing that simply reaching the 1988 Calgary Games was his "gold medal" despite being branded a "failure" at the time. Speaking to GB News, the British athlete reflected on the 38 year journey from being the ultimate underdog to becoming one of the most respected figures in Olympic history. A quarter century ago, the British plasterer turned ski jumper made a name for himself by breaking a British record
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