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Don Quarrie is a Jamaican former track and field athlete, one of the world's top sprinters during the 1970s. He won four Olympic medals, including gold in the 200 m in 1976, and tied the 100 m and 200 m world records.
4 days ago · Learn about the life and career of Donald Quarrie, a four-time Olympic medalist and world record holder in the 200m. Discover how he became a national hero and a role model for many young athletes in Jamaica.
Donald QUARRIE was one of the world’s top sprinters in the 1970s, winning the 200 m gold at the 1976 Olympics and equaling the world record of 19.8. He also won three Commonwealth Games titles and several US AAU championships in the 100 and 200 m.
Don Quarrie was a Jamaican sprinter who won four Olympic medals, including gold in the 200 m in 1976. He also equaled the world records in both 100 m and 200 m, and defended his Commonwealth Games titles three times.
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QUARRIE. 200m. 100m. Country Jamaica. Born 25 FEB 1951. 1 X. Olympic champion. 2 X. Olympic Games silver medallist.
Jul 17, 2021 · Jamaican legend Donald Quarrie won Jamaica's first Olympic gold in the 200m at the 1976 Montreal Games, after overcoming a challenge from Hasely Crawford. He also held world records in both the 100m and 200m and received many honours for his achievements.
Don Quarrie is one of the top sprinters of the 1970s, who equaled the 100M and 200M world records and won four Olympic medals. He also has six Commonwealth Games gold medals and a statue in his honor at the national stadium in Jamaica.
