With the Paris Olympics in full swing, we go back in time 52 years to talk to Kiwi athletic legend, to reflect on one of the most tragic and shameful events in Olympic sporting history - the 1972 Munich Massacre. We look forward to some great performances on the track from Kiwi athletes, many with rural backgrounds. And we reminisce on paying tribute to Sir Colin "Pinetree" Meads. 

<p>With the Paris Olympics in full swing, we go back in time 52 years to talk to Kiwi athletic legend, to reflect on one of the most tragic and shameful events in Olympic sporting history - the 1972 Munich Massacre. We look forward to some great performances on the track from Kiwi athletes, many with rural backgrounds. And we reminisce on paying tribute to Sir Colin "Pinetree" Meads. </p>

Jamie Mackay delivers your daily fix of everything going on in NZ's biggest industry, along with a generous side-serve of news, sports and politics. The Country from Newstalk ZB, Hokonui and Gold Sport.

<p>Jamie Mackay delivers your daily fix of everything going on in NZ's biggest industry, along with a generous side-serve of news, sports and politics. The Country from Newstalk ZB, Hokonui and Gold Sport.</p>

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