Footage of Abebe Bikila entering the Olympic stadium alone. He is running at a very fast pace. He crosses the finish line. Close up of an older Japanese man clapping. Close up of young Japanese boy clapping. Group of onlookers chats in the sun. Man holds a small child up, telling him about the race. Bikila in warm-up suit, takes his place on the gold medal platform. A bald man slips the medal around his neck. They shake hands. Bikila waves to the crowd. The country flags are raised to honor the winners. The Ethiopian national anthem is played. Shot of Bikila and Heatley.