Dave Wottle
American track athlete
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- David James Wottle (born August 7, 1950) is an American retired middle-distance track athlete.
- In 1973, Wottle became the then-3rd fastest miler in history.
- Early life Dave Wottle was born in Canton, Ohio.
- His family doctor told him that he needed to do something, such as running, to strengthen himself.
- Running career High school running Wottle attended Lincoln High School in Canton, Ohio, graduating in 1968.
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WikipediaDavid James Wottle (born August 7, 1950) is an American retired middle-distance track athlete. He was the gold medalist in the 800 meter run at the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich and a world record holder in the 800 meters. In 1973, Wottle became the then-3rd fastest miler in history. He was known for wearing a golf cap while running.
Dave Wottle was born in Canton, Ohio. During his childhood he was very slim and feeble. His family doctor told him that he needed to do something, such as running, to strengthen himself. The young boy took this advice and "ran with it".
Wottle attended Lincoln High School in Canton, Ohio, graduating in 1968. Wottle was the 1968 Ohio State champion in the mile (4:20.2), after finishing 4th (4:22.4) in 1967. His best time in the 880 yard run in high school was 1:59.3.
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