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David Oliver

American hurdler · United States · On the map · Athletes · Born 1982 · age 44

David Oliver, is the Director of Track & Field at Howard University and a retired American hurdling athlete. As a professional athlete, he competed in the 110 meter hurdles event outdoor and the 60 meter hurdles event indoors.

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Howard Bison football

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  1. I would also say I have no regrets or advice to give because if you have never been through setbacks, how does that teach resilience?

    29 May 2019 · Advice to my younger self: David Oliver, Own words

  2. Many people love to offer advice and change many things about their life, but for me I’d just say, “stay the course”.

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  3. Of course, when I was younger I made mistakes. We all do. As guys we are slow to mature and I did some stupid things. At Howard University I performed well as a hurdler.

    , Own words

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He is the former 110 meter hurdles champion winning the gold medal at the World Championships in Moscow in 2013 with a time of 13 seconds. He won the bronze medal in the 2008 Olympic Games and won another bronze at the 2010 IAAF World Indoor Championships.

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Status
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Born 1982 · age 44

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