Runner Collection (#3)

Finnish runners Ville Ritola and Paavo Nurmi, 1928. Creator: Unknown
Finnish runners Ville Ritola and Paavo Nurmi, 1928. Ritola (1896-1982) won five Olympic gold medals and three Olympic silver medals

Fun Run, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. October 1989
Started by the Mayoress of Lostwithiel, Dawn Hutchings, the charity fun run organised by the community centre is underway. Almost 100 local people of all ages took part in the 3 mile race

Runners taking part in NVAs Speed of Light create visual display with their light suits
Runners taking part in NVAs Speed of Light create a visual display with their light suits during a performance on Arthurs Seat during the Edinburgh International Festival in Edinburgh August 8, 2012

A trail of headlamps is seen as runners make their way to the finish line in the Badwater Ultramarathon at the foot of Mount Whitney, California July 16, 2013

Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) standing in habitat, Kenya, Samburu

England, London, Westminster, Man jogging with The London Eye & Big Ban

USA, New York, Brooklyn Bridge, man running over Brooklyn brighe in the morning

Europe, Portugal, Alentejo, Grandola, a man running along Praia da Gale beach near Grandola MR

Runner
Adolfo Urrutia

Ego trip
Samanta Krivec

Runner
Heidi Bartsch

lonely walker at the beach
Roswitha Schleicher-Schwarz

The King
Kooshaaz

Field runner
Vlad Sokolovsky

ski runner
Matej Rumansky

One Traffic Light Is Not Enough
Fernando Correia da Silva

The rhythm of life
Antonio Grambone

A road race, early 1900s

Valkyrie Yacht, runner up Americas Cup

HMS Diomede - Danae-class cruiser of the Royal Navy. Constructed too late to take part in World War I, she served on the China Station, Pacific waters

J. S. Henry Ltd Stairway
A Decorative scheme illustration of a grand corner stairway with a green carpet runner, a white door stands at the flat corner

Tumulus of Marathon. Greece
Soros or Tumulus of Marathon. Burial mound for the 192 athenian dead at the Battle of Marathon (490 BC) between Persians and athenian army. Near Athens. Greece

5th Century BC 192 490 Ancient Age Army Athenian
5th, century, BC, 192, 490, Ancient, Age, army, Athenian, athenians, Athens, Attica, battle, Battle, of, Marathon, battlefield, burial, mound, dead, death, first, Persian, invasion, Greece, grass

Tony Richardson, English film director and producer
Tony Richardson (Cecil Antonio "Tony" Richardson, 1928-1991), English theatre and film director, and producer. Seen here (standing)

Steve Ovett, English Olympic athlete
Stephen (Steve) Michael James Ovett (b 1955), English Olympic athlete, middle distance runner, winner of a Gold and a Bronze medal at the 1980 Moscow Olympics

Buenaventura Durruti (1896 - 1936), commander of a Republican anarchist brigade during the Spanish Civil War, giving orders to a runner during the battle for Saragossa, 1936. Date: 1936

Running along the line
Anna Niemiec

Running silhouette
Adolfo Urrutia

Man Running on Track, 1936 (b/w photo)
3964312 Man Running on Track, 1936 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection

Marathon
Stephan Rückert

DDE-90039196
Heavy Runner and Reynolds Mountain in morning light in Glacier National Park, Montana, USA (Large format sizes available). Date: 24/11/2013

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Helmeted Guineafowl, Numida meleagris, walking in the Masai Mara savanna, Kenya. Date: 17/02/2005

The Last Ten Miles
Fernando Correia da Silva

Runners, 1924-25 (oil on canvas)
3504065 Runners, 1924-25 (oil on canvas) by Delaunay, Robert (1885-1941); 150x202 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Courreurs); Photo © Crane Kalman Gallery, London, UK

Runners Working in a Barrage, 1927 (litho)
1123856 Runners Working in a Barrage, 1927 (litho) by Jonas, Lucien Hector (1880-1947); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

The Runners, 1926 (oil on canvas)
656307 The Runners, 1926 (oil on canvas) by Delaunay, Robert (1885-1941); 65.2x81 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Coureurs. ); Photo © Christies Images; French, out of copyright

The Runners on Foot, c. 1920 (oil on canvas)
653165 The Runners on Foot, c.1920 (oil on canvas) by Delaunay, Robert (1885-1941); 46x55.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Courreurs a Pied)

Running, Illustration for Chums (colour litho)
5935871 Running, Illustration for Chums (colour litho) by Hassall, John (1868-1948); Private Collection; © Look and Learn

Injured Runner 400 Metre Hurdles Aaa Championships Alexander Stadium, Birmingham, England 14 July 2002 Date: 14 July 2002

Lucy Elliott, British long-distance runner. Date: 1 August 1997

Tracy Goddard, British sprinter and long-jumper. Date: 4 June 1996

Scarlet Runner Ridden By Kerrin Mcevoy Ahead Of Blue Rocket & Sander Camillo The Shadwell Nell Gwyn Stks Newmarket Craven Meeting 2007 Rowley Mile Course, Newmarket

Scarlet Runner Racehorse Newmarket Craven Meeting 2007 Rowley Mile Course, Newmarket, England 18 April 2007 Date: 18 April 2007

Kerrin Mcevoy & Scarlet Runner The Shadwell Nell Gwyn Stks Newmarket Craven Meeting 2007 Rowley Mile Course, Newmarket, England 18 April 2007 Date: 18 April 2007

Scarlet Runner & Sander Camillo The Shadwell Nell Gwyn Stks Newmarket Craven Meeting 2007 Rowley Mile Course, Newmarket, England 18 April 2007 Date: 18 April 2007

Runner Bean Ridden By J.M.Maguire 28 January 2000 Date: 28 January 2000

Japanese runner (engraving)
7148374 Japanese runner (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Japanese runner. Illustration from Pekin, Yeddo, San Francisco, Voyage Autour du Monde)

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"From Olympic Glory to Everyday Pursuits: The Power of the Runner" In the realm of sports, runners have always been at the forefront, showcasing their incredible speed and determination. One iconic moment that forever etched itself in history occurred during the 1968 Olympic Games in Mexico City. American athletes Tommie Smith and John Carlos boldly raised their fists in a Black Power salute during the medal ceremonies, symbolizing unity and resistance against racial injustice. Standing alongside them was Australian Peter Norman, wearing an OPHR badge as a powerful act of solidarity. The spirit of running has transcended various disciplines throughout time. Jackie Robinson, renowned baseball player for the Brooklyn Dodgers, showcased his agility on July 2nd, 1950 when he stole home under catcher Andy Seminick's tag during a game against the Philadelphia Phillies. This daring move not only displayed Robinson's exceptional skills but also challenged societal barriers. Harold Abrahams' victory in winning the 100m race at the 1924 Olympics exemplified perseverance and triumph over adversity. His accomplishment inspired generations to push beyond limits and strive for greatness. However, running isn't solely confined to grand stages like stadiums or Olympic arenas; it can be found even in everyday life. Pheidippides' legendary run from Marathon to Athens is still celebrated today as a testament to human endurance and dedication. Jogging along scenic routes such as France's Canal du Midi near Castelnaudary allows individuals to find solace amidst nature while improving their physical well-being. It reminds us that running is not just about competition but also about personal growth and serenity. One name that will forever be synonymous with breaking barriers is Roger Bannister –the first man who conquered the elusive sub-4 minute mile barrier on Iffley Road track. His achievement shattered preconceived notions of what was possible and opened doors for countless athletes worldwide. Eric Liddell brought glory to his nation by winning an Olympic gold medal in 1924.