Jim Hines
American sprinter and Olympic gold medalist
Born
Died
2023
3 years ago — 77 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Born in 1946, excelled as a sprinter and gained fame for remarkable speed. Competed in the 1968 Mexico City Olympics, where set a world record in the 200 meters, clocking in at 19.83 seconds, a record that stood for 36 years. In addition to sprinting, played college football at San Francisco State University. Hines' achievements in athletics contributed to the visibility of track and field during a transformative era in sports.
Won gold in the 200 meters at the 1968 Olympics
Set a world record for the 200 meters in 1968
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