Samos of Mantinea, Halirhothius’ son, sped fast + 

Beyond the rest; and Phrastus’ lance with aim unerring flew; + 

And Nikeus past all rival marks the huge stone discus cast, + 

The weight that whirling round with circling sweep of hand he threw. + 

Then thundered forth the mighty cheer from all his war-mates there. + 

And lo, the fair-faced moon’s sweet light lit up the evening air. + 