James Roberts (Liberian athlete)
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James Roberts (born 29 September 1936) is a Liberian sprinter. He competed in the 100 metres at the 1956 Summer Olympics and the 1960 Summer Olympics.[1]
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Liberian |
| Born | 29 September 1936 (age 87) Montserrado, Liberia |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Sprinting |
| Event | 100 metres |
Roberts was one of the first four Liberian athletes to compete at the Olympics in 1956, and he was one of three to return in 1960.[2]
References
- ^ Evans, Hilary; Gjerde, Arild; Heijmans, Jeroen; Mallon, Bill; et al. "James Roberts Olympic Results". Olympics at Sports-Reference.com. Sports Reference LLC. Archived from the original on 18 April 2020. Retrieved 14 June 2017.
- ^ "Olympian Spotlight: 1956 Liberia Olympic Team". Go Team Liberia. 28 July 2022. Retrieved 23 December 2023.
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