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Runner forgoes advantage to let opponent win
French runner Gaspar Kotiass forwent the chance to win the 10-kilometer race in Saint-Denis, France, after his competitor, Aboubaker Abdallah, veered off course near the finish line. Kotiass chose to slow down and give Abdallah the opportunity to cross the finish line first. Abdallah won the race with a time of 31 minutes and 14 seconds, just one second ahead of Kotiass. Kotiass refused to take advantage of his opponent's mistake in order to secure victory, demonstrating sportsmanship. This act stands as a rare example of integrity and leadership in sports.
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