Michael johnson athlete biography worksheet

          Michael Johnson was the first athlete to win a gold medal in both the m and the m events at the same Olympics....

          Michael Johnson

          American sprinter
          Date of Birth: 13.09.1967
          Country: USA

          Biography of Michael Johnson

          Michael Duane Johnson, a former American sprinter, is considered one of the fastest men in the world.

          Learn about the remarkable achievements of US athlete Michael Johnson with this fact file and question pack.

        1. Michael Johnson ( - present) won four Olympic gold medals for America and broke many world and Olympic records.
        2. Michael Johnson was the first athlete to win a gold medal in both the m and the m events at the same Olympics.
        3. Michael Johnson Heat Sheet (PDF).
        4. Michael Johnson, the legendary sprinter, isn't just known for his record-breaking speed but also for his extraordinary mental strength.

          5. Born and raised in Dallas, Texas, Johnson started his career in athletics at the age of 10. He continued to develop his sporting talents while studying at Baylor University, where he won several championships at the NCAA level.

          By the time Johnson graduated in 1990 with a bachelor's degree in business, he had already become the first athlete to be a world champion in both the 200-meter and 400-meter distances.

          He further solidified his position in the athletic world when he became the world champion in the 200-meter race in Tokyo in 1991, defeating the silver medalist by a record-breaking 0.33 seconds.

          In 1992, just two weeks before the Olympics, Johnson and his agent fell seriously ill after dining at a Spanish restaurant.

          As a result, Johnson's performance