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Helen Stephens

Track and Field Disciplines

Helen Stephens was an American track and field sprinter known as the "Fulton Flash" who won gold medals in the 100 meters and 4x100 meter relay at the 1936 Berlin Olympics, defeating Poland's Stella Walsh in a famous and controversial 100 meter final.

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Birth Year
1918 2
Birth Date
1918-02-03 1
Death Year
1994 1
Death Date
1994-01-17 1
Nationality
American 1
Career Highlight
She was a double Olympic champion at the 1936 Summer Olympics. 1
Classification
Competition Category
Individual 1
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Sources
1. Wikipedia, Helen Stephens
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  • Introduction
    Helen Herring Stephens (February 3, 1918 - January 17, 1994) was an American athlete and a double Olympic champion in 1936.
  • Competed In: 1936 Summer Olympics, Lead or career section
    When she was 18, Stephens participated in the 1936 Summer Olympics.
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2. Wikidata: Helen Stephens
Wikidata Q242150, class allow-list match (w-wdresolver-0926)View the Source

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