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Charles William Paddock (* 11. August 1900 in Gainesville, Texas; † 21. Juli 1943 bei Sitka, Alaska) war ein US-amerikanischer Leichtathlet. Er war zweifacher Olympiasieger und gewann im Lauf seiner Karriere insgesamt vier Medaillen bei Olympischen Spielen .
Charles William Paddock: Nationality: American: Born August 11, 1900 Gainesville, Texas: Died: July 21, 1943 (aged 42) Sitka, Alaska: Height: 5 ft 7 + 1 ⁄ 2 in (171 cm) Weight: 165 lb (75 kg) Sport; Sport: Athletics: Event(s) 100 m, 200 m: Achievements and titles; Personal best(s) 100 m – 10.2 (1921) 200 m – 21.0 (1923)
1. Apr. 2024 · Charley Paddock (born August 11, 1900, Gainesville, Texas, U.S.—died July 21, 1943, near Sitka, Alaska) was an American sprinter, world record holder for the 100-metre dash (1921–30) and the 200-metre dash (1921–26). He also held the world record for the 100-yard dash (1921, 1924–26) and the 220-yard dash (1921–26).
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4. Jan. 2021 · Learn about Charley Paddock, the flamboyant and charismatic American sprinter who set 11 world records or bests in 1921, including 9.6 for 100 yards and 10.2 for 110 yards. Compare him with Paavo Nurmi, the Finnish distance runner who dominated five events and set a 10,000m record.
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Charley PADDOCK was a US sprinter who won two Olympic gold medals in 100m and 200m at the 1920 and 1924 Games. He also set two world records in 100m and 200m and competed in the 4x100m relay.
Paddock was a lieutenant in the artillery at the time, and when he returned home he became the most famous track athlete of the twenties. He had a bouncing stride, high knee action and a famous "jump finish". He always wore silk when he ran and, in addition to being a successful journalist, he was his own publicity manager.
