Kenny Moore
Runner and journalist, Olympic athlete
Born
December 1st, 1943
81 years ago
Died
2022
3 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Competed in middle-distance running events, portraying significant achievements in the 1968 Mexico City Olympics and 1972 Munich Olympics. Contributed to sports journalism, producing articles for notable publications. Involved in writing on topics related to running and fitness, highlighting the sport's culture and challenges.
Won a silver medal in the 10,000 meters at the 1972 Olympics
Wrote for Sports Illustrated and other major publications
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