Barbara Jones
American sprinter and Olympic athlete
Born
March 26th, 1937
88 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Born in 1937, this American sprinter excelled in track and field during the 1950s and 1960s. Competing in the 1960 Rome Olympics, secured a gold medal in the 4x100 meter relay. Achieved significant success in national and international competitions. Ranked among the top sprinters of her time, she contributed to the prominence of women's sprinting in the United States.
Gold medal in the 1960 Rome Olympics
National Champion in 100 meters
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