Dave Wottle:1972 Olympics 800-Meter Race Reflects Life

During this August 2024 audio interview, Dave Wottle, discusses his running career leading up to the 1972 Olympics, the incredible recovery from being last after half of the 800-meter finals and why the race has been viewed millions of times after more than fifty years.

 

 

This interview was edited for length and clarity.

 

 

 

 

Photos (except turtle) courtesy of Dave Wottle and Bowling Green State University Athletics.