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Robert Bruce Mathias (November 17, 1930 – September 2, 2006) was an American decathlete, politician, and actor. Representing the United States, he won two Olympic gold medals in the Decathlon, at the 1948 and the 1952 Summer Games.
Bob Mathias (born November 17, 1930, Tulare, California, U.S.—died September 2, 2006, Fresno, California) was an American athlete, the youngest to win a gold medal in the decathlon in Olympic competition. After his victory in 1948 at age 17, he returned to win a second Olympic gold medal in 1952.
Sep 3, 2006 · Bob Mathias, who won the gold medal in the Olympic decathlon in 1948 at age 17, and again four years later, then later served four terms in Congress, died Saturday in Fresno, Calif. He was 75.
Learn how Bob Mathias, a 17-year-old high school student, won the decathlon at the 1948 London Olympics with no previous experience. Find out his challenges, achievements and legacy in this article.
Learn about Bob Mathias, the youngest and first two-time Olympic decathlon champion. Find out how he overcame anemia, trained in three weeks, and won in the rain.
Sep 2, 2006 · Bob Mathias was an American decathlete who won two consecutive Olympic gold medals in 1948 and 1952. He also played football, acted in movies, and served as a congressman in California.
Olympic Results. Biography. Bob Mathias was only 17 years old when his high school track coach suggested that he take up the decathlon. Less than three months later, he qualified for the U.S. Olympic team. The first repeat winner.
