Bill Sharpe (athlete)

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Bill Sharpe
Personal information
Birth nameWilliam John Sharpe
BornJanuary 23, 1932 (1932-01-23) (age 89)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Medal record
Men's Athletics
Representing the  United States
Pan American Games
Gold medal – first place 1963 São Paulo Triple jump
Bronze medal – third place 1959 Chicago Triple jump

William John Sharpe (born January 23, 1932, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is retired male athlete from the United States, competing in the triple jump. A three-time Olympian he won the gold medal in the men's triple jump event at the 1963 Pan American Games in Brazil.

References[]

  • Evans, Hilary; Gjerde, Arild; Heijmans, Jeroen; Mallon, Bill; et al. "Bill Sharpe". Olympics at Sports-Reference.com. Sports Reference LLC. Archived from the original on 2020-04-18.



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