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Bob Lay

Australian sprinter · Australia · On the map · Athletes · Lived 1944 to 2022 · aged 78

Robert William Lay was an Australian sprinter. He was the three time Australian 100 yards champion. Lay was regarded as the fastest man in Australia for multiple years. He is known for competing in the men's 100 metres at the 1964 Summer Olympics and his community work.

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2022Died5 August 20222015Member of the Order of AustraliaAward2001Centenary MedalAward2000Australian Sports MedalAward1944Born20 March 1944

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Member of the Order of Australia2015
Centenary Medal2001
Australian Sports Medal2000

About this person

Country
Australia
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1944 to 2022 · aged 78