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EPISODE · Jul 29, 2026 · 5 MIN

What is Right, is Not Always Popular

from Starting Right · host DannyMac

He was ten meters from an easy win, and he gave it away on purpose. That’s not a motivational poster line, it’s a true story from a 2012 cross country race that still stops me in my tracks. Spanish runner Iván Anaya watches Olympic medalist Abel Mutai misjudge the finish line and slow down early. Anaya catches him, then makes a choice most people would never expect: he guides Mutai forward so the rightful winner crosses first.  If you want a five-minute daily encouragement boost, and a concrete reminder to do what’s right today, this is for you. Subscribe to Starting Right with Danny Mac, share this with a friend who needs a reset, and leave a review so more people can find these quick morning episodes. What would you have done at that finish line?We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text MessageSupport the show

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He was ten meters from an easy win, and he gave it away on purpose. That’s not a motivational poster line, it’s a true story from a 2012 cross country race that still stops me in my tracks. Spanish runner Iván Anaya watches Olympic medalist Abel Mutai misjudge the finish line and slow down early. Anaya catches him, then makes a choice most people would never expect: he guides Mutai forward so the rightful winner crosses first. If you want a five-minute daily encouragement boost, ...

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