At Mexico 1968 , Australian athlete Peter Norman won silver in the 200 meters . He was the third man on the podium during the infamous Black Power salute . Norman was arrested on his return to Australia for leading the protest . A documentary shed new light on his role in one of Australia 's most iconic moments .
At Mexico 1968 , Australian sprinter Peter Norman won silver in the 200 meters . He was the third man on the podium during the infamous Black Power salute . Norman was shunned on his return to Australia for joining the protest . A film sheds new light on his role in one of sport 's most iconic moments .