Abrahams completely lost the plot during the race and the transcription of his garbled words are now legendary .
The BBC commentary to the race was provided by Jack 's good friend , Harold Abrahams , winner of the 100 yards in the 1924 Paris Olympics .
winner completely lost the plot during the race and the transcription of Jack 's garbled words are now legendary .
The BBC commentary to the race was provided by Jack 's good friend , Harold Abrahams , winner of the 100 yards in the 1924 Paris Olympics .