Betty Robinson

Elizabeth R. Schwartz (née Robinson; August 23, 1911 – May 18, 1999) was an American athlete and winner of the first Olympic 100 metres for women.

Betty Robinson
Personal information
BornAugust 23, 1911
Riverdale, Illinois, US
DiedMay 18, 1999(1999-05-18) (aged 87)
Denver, Colorado, US
Height5 ft 5+12 in (166 cm)
Weight126 lb (57 kg)
Websitebettyrobinson.org
Sport
SportAthletics
EventSprint
ClubICCW, Chicago
Achievements and titles
Personal best(s)50 y – 5.8 (1929)
100 m – 12.0 (1928)
200 m – 25.5 (1931)
Medal record
Representing the  United States
Olympic Games
1928 Amsterdam100 m
1936 Berlin4×100 m relay
1928 Amsterdam4×100 m relay
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