Alonzo Babers

Olympic gold medalist runner and pilot

Alonzo Babers - Olympic gold medalist runner and pilot
Born

October 31st, 1961
63 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Achieved Olympic gold medals in the 400 meters and 4x400 meter relay at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics. Competed for the USA Track & Field team and set personal bests in multiple sprint events. Transitioned to a career as a pilot after athletics, obtaining an airline transport pilot license. Babers demonstrated excellence in both athletics and aviation, contributing to each field.

Won Olympic gold in the 400 meters in 1984

Won Olympic gold in the 4x400 meter relay in 1984

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