Derek Redmond’s father – who memorably helped his distraught son over the end line on the 1992 Olympics – has died aged 81.
In some of the poignant Olympic moments, he ran on to the monitor after Redmond tore his hamstring after just a few hundred metres.
The British sprinter fell to the ground in ache and disappointment, however as the opposite runners completed, he bought up and began hopping across the monitor with gritted enamel.
Jim Redmond climbed down from the stands, shook off the protests of the stewards and wrapped his arm round his tearful son and the pair crossed the road collectively.
The runner hoped for a medal within the 400m after clocking the quickest time in his warmth, however his dream led to that semi-final in Barcelona.
Speaking after the race, Jim Redmond advised reporters: “Whatever happened he had to finish, and I was there to help him finish.
“I meant to go over the road with him. We began this profession collectively, I feel we must always end it collectively.”
The Olympics Twitter account reposted the clip and added: “Our thoughts are with Derek Redmond and his family following the death of his father, Jim.
“Together, they introduced us some of the inspirational moments in Olympic historical past.”
Former Olympic swimmer Sharron Davies, who was once married to Derek Redmond, tweeted on Monday: “Yesterday my ex father-in-law, Grace & Elliott’s granddad Jim Redmond gently passed away to that great running track in the sky.
“No dad may have been extra supportive or a greater husband to Jenny. He might be sadly missed x.”
US sprinting legend Michael Johnson tweeted: “I keep in mind this so clearly.
“The love and support Derek’s dad had for his son was on full display in front of the world in that difficult moment. Condolences to Derek and his family.”
Team GB additionally paid tribute and mentioned the daddy and son’s Olympic second would “never be forgotten”.
Source: information.sky.com”