1970 London-Mexico Marathon
Hello Everyone!
I am writing this post in an effort to delve deep into a topic that I heard about from my dad. However, neither of us were ever able to find actual evidence that this event took place. As such . . . I'm resorting to this forum to see if any of you have this information.
When my dad was in Poland, a automotive periodical was published for a relatively short time (about 3 years). The periodical, known in Poland as AUTO-MOTO SPORT (not to be confused with the German publication Auto Motor und Sport) reported that Hannu Mikkola gained an insurmountable lead on the 70' London - Mexico Marathon by jumping over a small river where a bridge was destroyed.
H. Mikkola assessed the terrain. He noticed that there was a small natural ramp made by the bank. In his assessment, it would be possible to jump over this. He apparently made the decision to take this risk . . . and, as per the article, it worked. While other drivers had to find another connection which cost them loads of time, Mikkola was on his way. The article claimed tha this incident happened in Yugoslavia.
Does anyone have evidence regarding this incident.
Thanks,
Simon
