Mexico 68

At the 1968 Olympic Games in Mexico City, a powerful statement against racial injustice was made on October 16th. During their medal ceremony, African-American athletes Tommie Smith and John Carlos defiantly raised a black-gloved fist as the US national anthem played, symbolizing their protest against racial discrimination. Notably, the silver medalist, Australian Peter Norman, showed his support by donning an OPHR (Olympic Project for Human Rights) badge, standing in solidarity with Smith and Carlos. This iconic moment serves as a profound reminder of the enduring fight against racism and the pivotal role sports can play in social and political activism.