Scandal Ben Johnson (Canada)

Canadian Sprinter Ben Johnson's dream was always to beat US star Chris Lewis in the 100m. In his attempt to rattle Lewis during the 100m final in the 1984 Games in Los Angeles, Johnson false started. He did have his wish though in Seoul. Johnson lowered his own world record of 9.83 to 9.79 seconds and then had the cheek to say he would have timed better had he not raised his hand to celebrate just before he finished.

However, Johnson's urine samples were found to contain Stanozolol, and he was disqualified three days later. He later admitted that he had used steroids even in the World Championships. Carl Lewis, who finished second was awarded the gold medal. Briton Linford Christie won silver and Calvin Smith of the US won bronze.