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Steve Roland " Pre " Prefontaine [1] (January 25, 1951 – May 30, 1975) was an US-American long-distance runner who from 1973 to 1975 set American records at every distance from 2,000 to 10,000 meters.
May 26, 2024 · Steve Prefontaine was a long-distance runner who is often regarded as one of the most important figures in American running, known for both his athletic prowess and celebrity. At his untimely death in 1975, Prefontaine held every American record between 2,000 and 10,000 meters.
Jan 24, 1997 · A 1997 film starring Jared Leto as Steve Prefontaine, a long distance runner who pursued the dream of Olympic gold in Munich and died young. The film covers his life, career, relationships and struggles, and features interviews with his family and friends.
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- Biography, Drama, Romance
- Steve James
- 1997-01-24
Stories from The Olympic Museum. Steve PREFONTAINE is arguably the most legendary American long-distance runner, not only for his accomplishments on the track but also for his charismatic...
May 30, 2015 · Steve Prefontaine was only 24 and the holder of seven American records, from 2,000 meters to 10,000 meters, when he died in a car crash on May 30, 1975. He was certainly the most popular track...
Learn about the life and legacy of Steve Prefontaine, a distance runner who broke records, challenged the AAU, and inspired generations of athletes. Explore his achievements, controversies, and impact on Oregon sports and culture.
Prefontaine is a 1997 American biographical film chronicling the life of the American long-distance runner Steve Prefontaine and his death at age 24. Jared Leto plays the title character and R. Lee Ermey plays Bill Bowerman. The film was written by Steve James and Eugene Corr, and directed by James.
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