BOB BEAMON
On October 18, 1968, during the Summer Olympics, Bob Beamon was photographed. Beamon is famous for what he accomplished in Mexico City on this particular day. He set a world record of 8.9 meters for the long jump, which he would hold for more than two decades.
A remarkable performance by a track and field athlete would be referred to as “Beamonesque,” in reference to Bob’s spectacular feat, which became a byword for greatness after he achieved it.
ROGER STAUBACH
On November 9, 1963, a photograph of Roger Staubach was taken in which he can be seen beaming with delight after the Navy defeated Maryland in a football game that was played at the Navy.
The shot appeared to have been taken in the final seconds of a game in which the outcome had already been determined by the time it was taken. Annapolis, November 9, 1963 | Roger Staubach, the Navy quarterback, beams with delight after the Midshipmen defeat Maryland.