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Larry Burton

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Larry Burton

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Birth dateDec 15, 1951
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Larry Burton is a United States sprinter, born on December 15, 1951. He competes primarily in the 100m and 200m.

His personal bests include 10.2h in the 100m and 20.37 in the 200m. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing United States.

Key facts
200 m
20.37
#618 all-time
1972 season best
20.2h
May 2, 1972 · Olympiastadion, München (GER)
Age
74 years old

As of Sep 23, 2026: 200 m 20.37 (#618 all-time), 1972 season best 20.2h (May 2, 1972, Olympiastadion, München (GER)) · 74 years old

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
1972
100m
10.2h-Sep 14, 1972--
1972
200m
20.2h-May 2, 1972-Olympiastadion, München (GER)

1972

9 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
200m
20.3HT-Sep 17Rieti
100m
10.2HT-Sep 17Rieti
100m
10.2HT-Sep 14Aarhus, Århus
200m
20.78+0.4Sep 4The XX Olympic Games, Olympiastadion, München
200m
20.37+0.0Sep 4The XX Olympic Games, Olympiastadion, München
200m
20.80+0.3Sep 3The XX Olympic Games, Olympiastadion, München
200m
20.68+0.3Sep 3The XX Olympic Games, Olympiastadion, München
200m
20.60-Aug 23München
200m
20.2HT-May 2Lafayette, LA

Honours

4

The XX Olympic Games

200 Metres

1972
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Larry Burton's 200 m personal best?

Larry Burton's 200 m personal best is 20.37, set on Sep 4, 1972 in Olympiastadion, München (GER), #618 on the all-time list.

Which events does Larry Burton compete in?

Larry Burton competes in the 200 m.

How did Larry Burton perform in 1972?

1972 season best: 20.2h, set on May 2, 1972 in Olympiastadion, München (GER).