The race was also notable for Gabriela Andersen-Schiess from Switzerland, who entered the stadium for the final lap in a state of almost total exhaustion, barely able to walk but eventually completing the race, collapsing at the finishing line and being immediately treated by medical personnel.
A striking aspect of this competition was Gabriela Andersen-Schiess's determination to complete the final lap, despite being on the brink of collapse due to exhaustion, yet she persevered and finished the race, only to succumb to her condition at the finish line and receive emergency medical treatment.