ATV Today: 15.01.1974: Long Distance Runner

Summary

Peter Green meets Tipton Harrier Ron Bentley from Woodsetton in Dudley who has broken the world record in long distance running by running over 161 miles non stop in 24 hours.

Year:

1974

Duration:

0:04:35

Film type:

Colour / Sound

Company:

ATV

Master format:

16mm

Description

We see Ron Bentley running along a canal towpath and arriving at work in Dudley (Woodsetton Steel Co. Ltd). We then see him at work in the factory. Peter Green interviews him about his training, preparation and the amateur status of his sport. The item ends with Bentley running again (he says that he trains at the Accles and Pollock ground).


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