Hyuga Endo running the 2nd fastest 5,000m ever in Japan, 13:10
Skip to 11:50 in the video to watch him overtake a dozen East African runners in the final lap. He hugs his mom, tears up at the awards ceremony, and thanks everyone for his success. A truly emotional race.
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May 4, 2022
Nishishinamachi, Nobeoka City, Miyazaki Prefecture
Nishishina Athletic Stadium
The 33rd Golden Games in Nobeoka
Men's 5000m Group B
Does anyone know of any other track race where this has happened? (Overtaking a dozen runners in the final lap of a 5,000m or 10,000m track race)