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Dan Jensen at the 17th Winter Olympics

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What was Dan Jansen's situation before the 1000-meter race?

He had previously lost in three races. (correct)

He had a perfect season leading up to the Olympics.

He had already secured a medal.

He was the favorite to win.

What did Dan Jansen do to cope with the pressure during the 1000-meter race?

Increased his training intensity.

Changed his technique completely.

Focused solely on winning.

Stopped worrying about the outcome. (correct)

What happened to Dan Jansen's performance during both races he competed in?

He set a new world record in both races.

He encountered rough patches that affected his speed. (correct)

He won medals in both events.

He fell in both races, resulting in poor placements.

What was the outcome of Dan Jansen's performance in the 1000-meter race?

<p>He set a world record and won the gold medal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the public perceive Dan Jansen's chances before the 1000-meter race?

<p>They thought he had no chance of medaling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Dan Jensen and the 17th Winter Olympics

Dan Jensen, a renowned American speed skater, was competing in the 17th Winter Olympics in Lillehammer, Norway.
This was Jensen's last Olympic competition.
Jensen had not won a medal in his previous three Olympic races.
Jensen competed in the 500-meter race, and his skate hit a rough spot on the ice halfway through the race.
The 500-meter race was Jensen's last chance for a medal.
He competed in the 1000-meter race three days later, and again his skate caught a rough spot.
Jensen decided to stop focusing on the outcome and just skate his best.
Jensen set a world record and won the gold medal in the 1000-meter race.

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Explore the thrilling journey of Dan Jensen during his final Olympic competition at the 17th Winter Olympics in Lillehammer. Despite previous challenges, Jensen achieved ultimate success by setting a world record and winning the gold medal in the 1000-meter race. Test your knowledge about this inspiring athlete's story and his unforgettable experiences on the ice.