Abdul Malik (athlete)
Pakistani sprinter (born 1937)
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Abdul Majeed Malik (Urdu: عبدالمالک,[1] born 29 April 1937) is a Pakistani sprinter who won two international and four national gold medals, three international and four national silver medals, and one international bronze medal for Pakistan. He competed in the 4 x 100 metres relay and 110m hurdles at the 1960 Summer Olympics. He also participated in the 1958 Asian Games.[2]
Captain Abdul Malik | |
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| Allegiance | |
Branch | |
Rank | |
| Unit | Punjab Regiment |
Conflicts | 1965,1971 |
His elder brother, Abdul Khaliq.[3] known as the "Flying Bird of Asia," was a renowned coach for the Pakistan Army and achieved significant success, winning multiple gold medals in international competitions.
Abdul Majeed Malik was born in the small village of Jand in district Chakwal Punjab, Pakistan.
Medals (international)
| Sr. No. | Year | Venue | Country | Event | Medal | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Represented | ||||||
| 1 | 1960 | London | London | 110m Hurdles | Silver | |