The 1981 Universiade was notable because it provided a strong international university-level athletics platform at a time when the larger global athletics scene was somewhat disrupted by political tensions.
The gold medal was won by Mike Ramos, who amassed a total of 8071 points. Valter Külvet secured the silver medal with 7971 points, while Michael Neugebauer earned the bronze with 7895 points.
I tell myself how important and pivotal this moment is, trying to get as much nervous energy as possible, if I feel nervous I know I’m ready compete! - Lewis Church, UK decathlete