Dixon deserves way more kudos as one of New Zealand's greats, and one of the most versatile all-round runners of the century - Olympic Bronze medallist for 1500m, PB 3m33.89s ( 1974 Commonwealth games ), and winner of the New York marathon.
Wonderful, detailed , accurately recalled historical beginnings by one of New Zealand’s great Olympic 1500m bronze medalist . Thank you very much for publishing this inspiring first class interview.