Jay O'Brien

American bobsledder and Olympian

Jay O'Brien - Athletes & Sports Figures born 1883
Born

1883
143 years ago

Died
Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Competed in bobsled events during the 1932 Winter Olympics in Lake Placid, representing the United States. Contributed to the early development of the sport in America. Achieved notable recognition in bobsledding during the 1930s.

Competed in the two-man bobsled at the 1932 Winter Olympics, finishing in fifth place.

Participated in various national bobsled competitions in the early 1930s.

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