Bill Crothers

Born
Dec 24, 1941 (84 years old)
Events
800 m

Bill Crothers is a Canada sprinter, born on December 24, 1941. He competes primarily in the 400m and 800m.

His personal bests include 46.73 in the 400m and 1:47.3h in the 800m. He has earned 1 silver medal in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Canada.

Personal best · 800 m1:47.3h
1964 season best1:45.6Oct 16, 1964
Medals1Olympic Games: 1 silver
Last competitionThe XIX Olympic GamesOct 19, 1968 · 3:09.70

As of Nov 13, 2026: 800 m 1:47.3h, 1964 season best 1:45.6 (Oct 16, 1964) · Last competition: The XIX Olympic Games, Oct 19, 1968, 3:09.70 · Olympic Games: 1 silver · 84 years old

DisciplineResultAll-time
400m1964Canada 400 m all-time list46.731,063 pts–
800m1964Canada 800 m all-time list1:47.3h1,105 pts–

Medals

CompetitionsGoldSilverBronzeTotal
Olympic Games–1–1

Progression

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
1964400m 46.73–Oct 17, 1964The XVIII Olympic Games
1964800m 1:45.6–Oct 16, 1964–
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Bill Crothers's 800 m personal best is 1:47.3h, set on Oct 14, 1964.

Bill Crothers competes in the 800 m.

1964 season best: 1:45.6, set on Oct 16, 1964. Last competition: The XIX Olympic Games on Oct 19, 1968, 3:09.70.

Bill Crothers has won 1 Olympic Games medal.