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#OTD 50 years ago, USA's Jim Montgomery became the first man ever to break the 50-second barrier!
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On this day 50 years ago, USA's Jim Montgomery became Olympic champion in the 100m freestyle at #Montreal1976 and did so in a time of 49.99, becoming the first man ever to break the 50-second barrier! 🇺🇸🏊
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