Dorothy Hyman

English sprinter and Olympic athlete

Dorothy Hyman - English sprinter and Olympic athlete
Born

May 9th, 1941
84 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1941, a prominent English sprinter distinguished in the 100 meters and 200 meters events. Achieved success at the 1960 Rome Olympics, finishing in the top spots. Competed actively in international championships during the 1960s, gaining recognition and accolades for sprinting prowess. Dominated the domestic tracks with multiple championship titles and consistently performed well across various prestigious meets, placing a strong focus on speed and technique. Her athletic career spanned several years, marking significant achievements in women's sprinting.

Competed in the 1960 Rome Olympics

Set national records in sprinting events

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