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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 ...
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.
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.
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.
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.
