He proved to the world, and especially to Hitler, that Aryans are not the superior race. As more and more African American athletes brought fame to the United States, they were celebrated and in some cases even idolized. At the same time, however, the success of black athletes in the Olympics may contribute to stereotypes of black Americans. I think the presence of blacks in sports tends to reinforce the stereotype that blacks are more physically talented and whites are more intellectually talented. The antics of Maurice Green when he celebrated his victory wrapped in an American flag may have sent another stereotypical image of black Americans.
Celebration is fine.
I'm disappointed to see that happen. Despite these stereotypes, the integration of blacks into sports and the Olympics is in many ways a noteworthy accomplishment. When the 2000 Olympics ended, the United States had won more medals than any other country. The athletes that represented America showed the world that there is no race superior to another. The Olympic charter has stated that the fundamental principle of the Olympics is to blend sports with culture and education.