Many years ago, I was at a party. I knew that around 10pm Steve Cram was going to have a crack at the 1500 metres world record. I asked the host if we could turn on the TV. The party came to a halt as we watched. That was the night Cram beat Saïd Aouita in Nice, becoming the first man ever to run 1500 metres in less than 3:30:00, on 16th July 1985.
Watching the 5000 metres race again and listening to Steve Cram is a reminder of what a gifted commentator he is. His choice of words, timing and pauses are superb.
While being at a great event is special, you miss the intimacy of TV coverage and the detail it offers. I so enjoyed watching the recording of the full race and the views of the stadium from so many different angles.
I'm back down to earth now. But like millions of others, so happy at what I've witnessed these past 16 days.
Mowed the lawn today. Where did all that grass come from?