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Who won the race and how? Explain in about 50 words.
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Solution
All the nine contestants won the race as they all reached the finish line together. One of them had fallen down at the start of the race. Instead of running to get their positions, they turned back and went to his help. Then they completed the race together.
They were given the gold medal because they showed the true spirit of sportsmanship by helping the smallest among them at the risk of losing the race.
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