Gail Devers

American sprinter and Olympic champion

Gail Devers - American sprinter and Olympic champion
Born

November 19th, 1966
58 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Achieved significant success as a sprinter and hurdler. Competed primarily in the 100 meters and 100-meter hurdles. Won three Olympic gold medals and two silver medals across three Olympic Games from 1992 to 1996. Set world records in the 100-meter hurdles and was a prominent figure in track and field throughout the 1990s. Overcame health challenges, including Graves' disease, which threatened athletic career. Continued to perform competitively into the later years of her career.

Won gold medals in the 100 meters and 100-meter hurdles at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics

Set a world record of 12.20 seconds in the 100-meter hurdles

Won silver medals in the 100 meters and 4x100 meter relay at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics

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