A young Nigerian woman lands in Montreal, full of excitement and optimism for her first Olympic Games. A Tanzanian track star never leaves home. On the 50th anniversary of the 1976 Games, both athletes reflect on the boycott that demanded they put aside their dreams for a greater cause.
What the 1976 Montreal Games represent to those who boycotted it, 50 years later
Jul 19, 2026 | 4:00 AM