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Summer spectacular

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No new world running records were made at the Championships but there was drama, amazing races and unexpected results. The ten dominant athletes since 1991 included Black Americans Michael Johnson, Allen Johnson, and Gail Devers. Also Moses Kitanui, Marie-Jose Perec, Haile Gebrselassie and Ludmila Engquist.

Author: Burfoot, Amby
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Runner's World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0897-1706
Year: 1997
Achievements and awards, Humor and anecdotes, Illustration, Marathon running, Running races, Gebrselassie, Haile

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The centennial games: Atlanta 1996

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A memorable look back at the many amazing athletic accomplishments that occurred at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, GA, is presented. Arguably the most memorable achievement was Michael Johnson's record-shattering performance in the 200-meter sprint, a record he bettered by .34 seconds.

Author: Burfoot, Amby
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Runner's World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0897-1706
Year: 1996
Olympics, Sports records, 1996 AD, Track and field athletics, Track and field

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Gold rush in Gothenburg

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Michael Johnson's performances constituted one of the highlights for the Americans at the fifth World Track and Field Championships, as he won gold medals in both the 200- and 400-meter events as well as the 400-meter relay. These and other competition results are presented.

Author: Burfoot, Amby, Wischina, Bob
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Runner's World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0897-1706
Year: 1995
World Track and Field Championships, 1995 AD

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Subjects list: Competitions, Runners (Sports), Johnson, Michael (American car dealer), Track and field athletes
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