Otis Davis
1932 – 2024

Otis Davis

American sprinter (1932–2024)

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Born
1932-07-12, Tuscaloosa
Died
2024-09-14
Birthplace state
Alabama

Biography

Otis Davis was born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, in 1932 and competed as a sprinter. At the 1960 Summer Olympics, he won two gold medals for the 400 m and the 4 × 400 m relay, setting a world record of 44.9 seconds in the 400 m and becoming the first person to break the 45-second barrier in that event. He died in 2024.

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Otis Davis is recorded as a athletics competitor and a sprinter, born in Alabama (1932–2024).

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Frequently asked about Otis Davis

Who was Otis Davis?
Otis Davis was American sprinter (1932–2024), born in Alabama (1932 – 2024).
When and where was Otis Davis born?
Otis Davis was born on 1932-07-12 in Tuscaloosa.
When did Otis Davis die?
Otis died on 2024-09-14.
What was Otis Davis known for?
Otis Davis is recorded as a athletics competitor and a sprinter.
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