Jimmy Gathers
United StatesRetired- Born
- Jun 17, 1930
- Birthplace
- Sumter, South Carolina (USA)
- Height
- 1.81 m
- Weight
- 69 kg
Jimmy Gathers is a United States sprinter, born on June 17, 1930 in Sumter, South Carolina (USA). Standing 1.81 m and weighing 69 kg, He competes primarily in the 200m.
His personal bests include 21.08 in the 200m. He has earned 1 bronze medal in major international competitions.
1952 season best21.08Jul 23, 1952
Medals1Olympic Games: 1 bronze
Last competitionThe XV Olympic GamesJul 23, 1952 · 21.08
As of Nov 2, 2026: 1952 season best 21.08 (Jul 23, 1952) · Last competition: The XV Olympic Games, Jul 23, 1952, 21.08 · Olympic Games: 1 bronze · 96 years old · Retired
Personal bests
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Medals
| Competitions | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olympic Games | – | – | 1 | 1 |
Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | 200m | 21.08 | – | Jul 23, 1952 | The XV Olympic Games |