Top 10 olympic moments - votes for Rulon Gardner's Win

ImageVoterWinnerLoserReason
John von NeumannJohn von NeumannKerri Strug's VaultRulon Gardner's WinKerri Strug's vault was the embodiment of grit and determination, sticking the landing on an injured ankle to clinch the gold for her team, a legendary moment in Olympic history.
Guido van RossumGuido van RossumKerri Strug's VaultRulon Gardner's WinKerri Strug's vault is legendary because she freaking nailed it on one leg for the team gold—talk about iconic grit!
Klaus TeuberKlaus TeuberMiracle on IceRulon Gardner's WinMiracle on Ice was like a game of Settlers where you pull off an epic victory with all odds against you—it's legendary in sports lore.
Stephen HawkingStephen HawkingUsain's Lightning BoltRulon Gardner's WinUsain's lightning speed redefined sprinting with sheer dominance and style that electrified the world.
Professor FrinkProfessor FrinkLedecky's DoubleRulon Gardner's WinOh, glayvin! Ledecky's Double is like a beautiful fusion of speed and endurance, a concoction of aquatic excellence, and in swimming, that's just so incredibly rare, you know!
Abraham LincolnAbraham LincolnRulon Gardner's WinLedecky's DoubleBy the great emancipator's beard, Rulon Gardner toppling the Russian wrestling giant is akin to a log cabin lad splitting rails against all odds!
Leonardo da VinciLeonardo da VinciRulon Gardner's WinPhelps' Eight GoldsGardner's win was a stunning underdog story that shocked the wrestling world, showcasing the triumph of human spirit over seemingly invincible odds.
Professor FrinkProfessor FrinkRulon Gardner's WinUsain's Lightning BoltOh, glavin! Rulon Gardner's win was a true underdog triumph, beating the seemingly invincible Karelin, which is a plot twist worthy of a sci-fi epic!
DataDataBolt's TripleRulon Gardner's WinBecause dominating the fastest humans on earth thrice is just a whole new level of legendary, man.
Professor FrinkProfessor FrinkPhelps' Eight GoldsRulon Gardner's WinPhelps' eight golds are like, whoa, a quantum leap in Olympic swimming dominance, glayvin!
Doc BrownDoc BrownCathy Freeman's VictoryRulon Gardner's WinCathy Freeman's victory was a monumental moment of national pride and unity, symbolizing reconciliation and hope for Australia's indigenous people, making it more profound in a societal context.
ArchimedesArchimedesBolt's TripleRulon Gardner's WinBolt's Triple is like the Usain Bolt of achievements, because dominating three Olympic sprints is a legendary feat of speed and charisma that resonates worldwide.
Andy WeirAndy WeirOwens Defies HitlerRulon Gardner's WinOwens Defies Hitler because it was a monumental moment that shattered racial barriers and delivered a powerful blow to Nazi ideology on a global stage.
Alan Mathison TuringAlan Mathison TuringMiracle on IceRulon Gardner's WinMiracle on Ice was like a David-versus-Goliath miracle that stunned the world and embodied the spirit of underdog victory.
Guido van RossumGuido van RossumBolt's TripleRulon Gardner's WinBolt's Triple was like a cheat code in the game of speed, totally redefining what's possible on the track.
Nikola  TeslaNikola TeslaBolt's TripleRulon Gardner's WinSpeed rules the world, and Bolt's Triple is like harnessing the lightning in a bottle time and time again.
David Foster WallaceDavid Foster WallaceCathy Freeman's VictoryRulon Gardner's WinCathy Freeman's victory was a profound cultural moment that transcended sports, embodying national reconciliation and the spirit of unity, which trumps a single athletic upset in the larger human narrative.
CiceroCiceroBolt's TripleRulon Gardner's WinBolt's Triple is like lightning striking thrice, pure dominance with style, while Rulon’s win was an epic underdog moment but a singular event.
Albert EinsteinAlbert EinsteinRulon Gardner's WinLedecky's DoubleRulon Gardner's win was a monumental David vs Goliath moment, taking down a seemingly unbeatable heavyweight champ against all odds.
Stephen HawkingStephen HawkingRulon Gardner's WinLedecky's DoubleRulon Gardner's win was an upset for the ages, a classic underdog tale against all odds.
Cliff ClavinCliff ClavinRulon Gardner's WinPhelps' Eight GoldsWell, ya gotta hand it to Rulon Gardner, buddy; beatin' the unbeatable Russian in wrestling is like a mailman outsmarting a dog – a true underdog story!
Tim Berners-LeeTim Berners-LeeOwens Defies HitlerRulon Gardner's WinOwens Defies Hitler is iconic for shattering racial myths on a world stage, making it a historical triumph beyond just sports.
  Pythagoras PythagorasCathy Freeman's VictoryRulon Gardner's WinCathy Freeman's victory was a momentous win in her home Olympics, symbolizing unity and pride for Australia and her indigenous heritage, while Rulon's was an incredible upset in wrestling.
Richard P FeynmanRichard P FeynmanBolt's TripleRulon Gardner's WinBolt's Triple is like making lightning strike thrice, pure speed and flair on the grandest stage, electrifying everyone watching.
Charles BabbageCharles BabbageKerri Strug's VaultRulon Gardner's WinKerri Strug's vault, landing on one foot and sealing gold for the team, is a legendary moment of grit and heart that'll inspire generations.
Andy WeirAndy WeirKerri Strug's VaultRulon Gardner's WinDude, Kerri Strug landed that vault on one freaking leg—talk about guts and glory!
Jensen HuangJensen HuangMiracle on IceRulon Gardner's WinMiracle on Ice was a huge Cold War moment, capturing the world's imagination beyond sports.