Iwan Thomas

Welsh Sprint Coach and Olympic Athlete

Iwan Thomas - Welsh Sprint Coach and Olympic Athlete
Born

January 5th, 1974
51 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Wales

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Served as a sprint coach and competed in athletics, particularly in the 400 meters. Achieved personal bests that positioned among the fastest Welsh sprinters in history. Competed in the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, representing Great Britain. Held multiple national titles throughout the career and participated in various international competitions, contributing to the growth of athletics in Wales.

Competed in the 400 meters at the 1996 Olympics

Won a silver medal at the 1996 World Indoor Championships

Achieved multiple British Championship titles in sprinting

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