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Bedford was a World record holder at 10,000m, and a British record holder for 3,000m Steeplechase and 5,000m.

He competed in the 1972 Munich Olympics , finishing 12th in the 5,000m and 6th in the 10,000m.

Born in London, he was a colourful character in athletics, running in distinctive red socks.

In 2003, Bedford was involved in a legal dispute over the portrayal of his image used by the Directory Enquiries company The Number for their 118 118 Service.


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