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Mel Pender (eigentlich Melvin Pender Jr.; * 31. Oktober 1937 in Atlanta, Georgia) ist ein ehemaliger US-amerikanischer Sprinter . Bei den Olympischen Spielen 1964 in Tokio wurde er über 100 Meter verletzungsbedingt nur Siebter in 10,44 s, während sein Landsmann Bob Hayes in 10,05 s siegte.
Melvin Pender Jr. (born October 31, 1937, in Atlanta, Georgia) competed as a runner in the 1964 and 1968 Olympics, winning an Olympic gold medalist in the 4x100 m relay at the 1968 Summer Olympics. He had been a member of the Philadelphia Pioneer Track Club where he was coached by Alex Woodley , who had coached several other athletes ...
Mel Pender (eigentlich Melvin Pender Jr.; * 31. Oktober 1937 in Atlanta, Georgia) ist ein ehemaliger US-amerikanischer Sprinter. Bei den Olympischen Spielen 1964 in Tokio wurde er über 100 Meter verletzungsbedingt nur Siebter in 10,44 s, während sein Landsmann Bob Hayes in 10,05 s siegte.
Learn how Mel Pender overcame poverty, racism, and war to win a gold medal in the 1968 Olympics. Read his inspiring journey from childhood to success, co-authored by his wife Debbie.
31. Okt. 2019 · Mel Speaks. DR. MELVIN “Mel” PENDER celebrated his 82nd birthday on October 31, 2019. Mel is the voice of hope. He co-authored Expression of Hope: The Mel Pender Story with his wife Debbie. Mel enjoys sharing how practicing hopefulness is not old-fashioned and why it remains universally relevant. Mel is a natural storyteller.
Mel Pender competed in the 100m final in two Olympics and won a gold medal in the relay in 1968. He also set world indoor records for 50y and 60y and served in the US Army for 21 years.
26. Okt. 2021 · Mel Pender is a 1968 Olympic champion, a two-time Vietnam veteran and a Bronze Star recipient. He shares his story of overcoming racism, serving his country and fighting for equality in this Sky Sports News interview.