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  1. Michael Duane Johnson (born September 13, 1967) is an American retired sprinter who won four Olympic gold medals and eight World Championships gold medals in the span of his career. He held the world and Olympic records in the 200 m and 400 m , as well as the world record in the indoor 400 m.

  2. Michael Johnson is widely regarded as one of the greatest sprinters of all time. In the 1990s, the four-time Olympic gold medallist dominated the 200m and 400m, going an incredible seven years undefeated in the latter. College boy. Born in the Texan city of Dallas on 13 September 1967, Michael Duane Adalbert Adam Johnson was the youngest of ...

  3. Apr 12, 2024 · Michael Johnson, American sprinter, perhaps the most eminent figure in athletics (track and field) in the 1990s. For much of the decade he was virtually unbeaten in the long sprints: the 200-meter and 400-meter races. At the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, he became the first man to win gold medals at both distances.

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  4. Mar 11, 2024 · Learn about the legendary career of Michael Johnson, who won four gold medals in three different events across three Olympics. Find out how he is using his expertise to inspire future athletes as a coach and a commentator.

  5. Jun 17, 2021 · The former world record holder in the 200- and 400-meter dash shares his views on the upcoming Tokyo Games, the U.S. Trials and the future of the sport. He also talks about his involvement in the USA TODAY Network High School Sports Awards and his American record in the 200 meters.

  6. For approximately one decade, Michael Johnson held the world records in the 200 meters, 400 meters and indoor 400 meters, as well as the world's best time in the 300 meters and the world record for the 4 by 400 meter relay. He is still a world record holder for the 4 x 400 meter relay.

  7. Athletics. Barcelona 1992 | Olympic Games. Sydney 2000 | Olympic Games. Michael Johnson's Astonishing Olympic Success. Michael Johnson made his Olympic debut in 1992, winning the 4x400m relay along with his teammates. At the 1996 Games, he became the only man ... Show more.

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