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The 1976 Olympics Boycott Legacy | Toronto News
In 1976, 29 nations boycotted the Montreal Olympics to protest New Zealand’s rugby tour of apartheid South Africa — a bold stand that forced athletes like Gloria Obajimi to abandon their Olympic dreams and return home. Though the IOC defended New Zealand by claiming rugby wasn’t an Olympic sport, the boycott became a historic moment of global resistance, setting a precedent for future sports protests and accelerating pressure on South Africa. While athletes faced personal loss, many felt proud of their sacrifice — a powerful reminder that sports can be a force for justice. Listen in…
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