George Kerr

Born
Oct 16, 1937 (89 years old)
Events
800 m

George Kerr is a Jamaica sprinter, born on October 16, 1937. He competes primarily in the 400m and 800m.

His personal bests include 47.79 in the 400m and 1:46.1h in the 800m. He has earned 2 bronze medals in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Jamaica.

Personal best · 800 m1:46.1h
1964 season best1:45.9Aug 15, 1964
Medals2Olympic Games: 2 bronze
Last competitionThe XVIII Olympic GamesOct 21, 1964 · 3:02.3h

As of Nov 6, 2026: 800 m 1:46.1h, 1964 season best 1:45.9 (Aug 15, 1964) · Last competition: The XVIII Olympic Games, Oct 21, 1964, 3:02.3h · Olympic Games: 2 bronze · 89 years old

DisciplineResultAll-time
800m1964Jamaica 800 m all-time list1:46.1h1,140 pts–

Medals

CompetitionsGoldSilverBronzeTotal
Olympic Games––22

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
1964800m 1:45.9–Aug 15, 1964–
1960800m 1:47.25–Sep 2, 1960The XVII Olympic Games
1956400m 47.79–Nov 28, 1956The XVI Olympic Games
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

George Kerr's 800 m personal best is 1:46.1h, set on Oct 14, 1964.

George Kerr competes in the 800 m.

1964 season best: 1:45.9, set on Aug 15, 1964. Last competition: The XVIII Olympic Games on Oct 21, 1964, 3:02.3h.

George Kerr has won 2 Olympic Games medals.