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Ronnie Ray

Ronnie Ray

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Birth dateJan 2, 1954
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Ronnie Ray (born January 2, 1954) is an American retired male track and field athlete, who competed in the sprints events during his career He is best known for winning the men's 400 metres event at the 1975 Pan American Games in Mexico City, Mexico In that race on 18 October 1975 Ray set his personal best: 44.

45 In 1972, while competing for Homer L Ferguson High School in Newport News, Virginia, Ray established the National high school record in the 440 yard dash.

High school competition shifted to metric distances in 1980, so the race is now rarely contested Ray's time of 45 8 remains the record to this day.

Key facts
400 m
44.45
#110 all-time
1976 season best
46.26
Jun 11, 1976 · Westwood, CA (USA)
1976 season best
Age
72 years old

As of Sep 12, 2026: 400 m 44.45 (#110 all-time), 1976 season best 46.26 (Jun 11, 1976, Westwood, CA (USA)) · 72 years old

PB

Personal bests

44.45
#110 all-time

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
1976
400m
46.26-Jun 11, 1976
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Westwood, CA (USA)
1975
400m
44.45-Oct 18, 1975
↓
Ciudad de México (MEX)

1976

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
400m
46.26-Jun 11Westwood, CA

1975

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
400m
44.45-Oct 18Ciudad de México Pan American Games, Ciudad de México
400m
45.42-Aug 16Eugene, OR

Honours

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Ciudad de México Pan American Games

400 Metres

1975
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Ciudad de México Pan American Games

400 Metres

1975
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Ronnie Ray's 400 m personal best?

Ronnie Ray's 400 m personal best is 44.45, set on Oct 18, 1975 in Ciudad de México (MEX), #110 on the all-time list.

Which events does Ronnie Ray compete in?

Ronnie Ray competes in the 400 m.

How did Ronnie Ray perform in 1976?

1976 season best: 46.26, set on Jun 11, 1976 in Westwood, CA (USA).