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Vanderlei de Lima is a Brazilian retired long-distance runner who won the bronze medal in the marathon at the 2004 Olympics. He was attacked by a spectator during the race, but showed sportsmanship and received the Pierre de Coubertin medal.
Aug 6, 2016 · Vanderlei de Lima, the Brazilian marathoner who was disrupted by a defrocked priest in Athens 2004, received an apology from him and lit the caldron at Rio 2016. The priest claimed he regretted his action and that it made de Lima famous globally.
Dec 16, 2004 · Learn about Vanderlei de Lima, the Brazilian runner who was attacked by a spectator during the 2004 Athens Olympic Marathon, but still finished third. Discover his career highlights, personal background, and how he became a marathoner by chance.
Conheça a trajetória de Vanderlei Cordeiro de Lima, ex-maratonista brasileiro, medalhista olímpica e pan-americana, e vencedor de várias provas internacionais. Saiba mais sobre sua origem, carreira, conquistas e condecorações na enciclopédia livre.
Aug 7, 2016 · A defrocked Irish priest accosted de Lima, the Rio caldron lighter, while he was leading the 2004 Olympic marathon. The assailant, now 69, isn’t quite remorseful.
Jul 18, 2023 · Watch how Vanderlei De Lima, a Brazilian long-distance runner, overcame a spectator attack to win the bronze medal in the 2004 Athens Olympics marathon. Learn about his resilience, determination and grace under pressure in this inspiring story.
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Nov 16, 2009 · Brazilian marathoner Vanderlei de Lima was assaulted by a spectator while leading the race in Athens, Greece. He recovered to win the bronze medal and received the Pierre de Coubertin medal for sportsmanship.
