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Benjamin Sinclair Johnson, CM OOnt (born December 30, 1961) is a Canadian former sprinter. During the 1987–88 season he held the title of the world's fastest man, breaking both the 100m and the 60m indoor World Records.
Benjamin Washington Johnson (1914–1992) was an American sprinter who was considered a serious rival to Olympic gold medalist Jesse Owens. Known as the "Columbia Comet", Johnson was the United States champion at 100 yards in 1938, but injuries and the outbreak of the Second World War denied him a chance to compete in the Olympics.
Jul 23, 2012 · CNN talks to disgraced former 100 meter sprinter Ben Johnson. He smashed the world record at Seoul 1988, but failed a drugs test. The race has been dubbed the dirtiest in history
Ben Johnson is a Jamaican-born Canadian former sprinter who gained notoriety following a doping scandal in the late 1980s. This biography of Ben Johnson provides detailed information about his childhood, life, achievements, works & timeline.
May 4, 2024 · Sprinter Ben Johnson won the gold medal in the 100-metre sprint at the 1988 Seoul Olympics with a record-breaking pace.
Already a world record-holder in the indoor 60 metres, Johnson was made a member of the Order of Canada in 1987, the same year that he won gold in the 100 metre event at the World Championships with a world record of 9.83 seconds.
From his early years to athletic triumphs and enduring influence, delve into the captivating story of the legendary sprinter. Uncover the triumphs, challenges, and remarkable journey of Ben Johnson, an icon in the world of track and field.
Mar 24, 2008 · Johnson's first sprint record was on the Canadian senior 4 x 100 m relay team against the US in 1982. After deciding to concentrate on the 100 m sprint - the most prestigious event in track and field - he improved dramatically from a time of 11 sec in 1978 to 10.62 sec in 1980.
Ben JOHNSON | Profile | World Athletics. Country. Canada. Born. 30 DEC 1961. Athlete Code. 14348248. Follow me. Honours Summary. 2 x Olympic Games Bronze medallist. 1 x Commonwealth Games winner. 1 x In Top 8 at World Championships. 1 x World (Continental) Cup winner. More Honours. Personal Bests. Results. Progression. Honours. Legend. * Not legal.
Apr 20, 2024 · Sprinter Ben Johnson always had a unique relationship with time. At his peak, he could bang out practise runs that consistently finished exactly when his coaches dictated, down to one or two...
