Dave Wottle
David James Wottle (born August 7, 1950) is an American retired middle-distance track athlete. He was the gold medalist in the 800 meter run at the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich and a world record holder in the 800 meters. In 1973, Wottle also ran the 3rd fastest Mile in history. He was known for wearing a golf cap while running.
Wottle at the 1972 Olympics | ||||||||||||
Personal information | ||||||||||||
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Full name | David James Wottle | |||||||||||
Nationality | American | |||||||||||
Born | Canton, Ohio, U.S. | August 7, 1950|||||||||||
Height | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) | |||||||||||
Weight | 146 lb (66 kg) | |||||||||||
Sport | ||||||||||||
Sport | Track | |||||||||||
Event(s) | 800 meters, 1500 meters, mile | |||||||||||
College team | Bowling Green | |||||||||||
Achievements and titles | ||||||||||||
Personal best(s) | 800m: 1:44.3 1500m: 3:36.2 Mile: 3:53.3 | |||||||||||
Medal record
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