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Re-live Michael Johnson's first individual gold

The anniversary of one incredible gold medal for Team USA brought back one distinct memory to Michael Johnson: The emotions behind it:

20 years ago today won my first individual gold medal in the 400m in Atlanta, then proceeded to cry like a baby on the podium!

— Michael Johnson (@MJGold) July 29, 2016

It was, a truly incredible moment in Olympic history.

And let’s never forget the gold shoes he wore while doing it.

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