Ruth Williams-Simpson
Jamaican sprinter
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Ruth Williams-Simpson (born 19 October 1949) is a Jamaican sprinter. She competed in the 400 metres at the 1972, 1976 and the 1980 Summer Olympics.[1] She won a bronze medal in the 4 x 400 metres relay at the 1971 Pan American Games.
NationalityJamaican
Born19 October 1949
Height1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
Weight61 kg (134 lb)
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Jamaican |
| Born | 19 October 1949 |
| Height | 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in) |
| Weight | 61 kg (134 lb) |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Sprinting |
Event | 400 metres |
Medal record | |
Williams-Simpson competed for the Texas Woman's Pioneers track and field team, finishing runner-up in the 300 m at the 1980 AIAW Indoor Track and Field Championships.[2][3]
International competitions
Personal bests
- 400 metres – 52.8 (1976)
