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Benjamin Sinclair Johnson, CM OOnt (born December 30, 1961) is a Canadian former sprinter. During the 1987–88 season he held the title of the world's fastest man, breaking both the 100m and the 60m indoor World Records.
May 4, 2024 · Former Canadian sprinter Ben Johnson won gold in the 100-metre sprint at the 1988 Olympics, but was stripped of his medal and record after testing positive for stanozolol. He still claims to be the best sprinter and faces racism and backlash in Canada.
Sep 18, 2011 · Ben Johnson is a former track and field athlete who won two bronze medals at the 1984 Olympics and one at the 1988 Olympics. He also set a world record of 9.79 seconds in the 100m in 1988, but was disqualified for doping and banned for life.
Explore the incredible legacy of Ben Johnson, the renowned Canadian sprinter, on our home page. Learn about his groundbreaking achievements, unforgettable moments, and the enduring impact he has left on the world of athletics.
Mar 24, 2008 · Johnson's first sprint record was on the Canadian senior 4 x 100 m relay team against the US in 1982. After deciding to concentrate on the 100 m sprint - the most prestigious event in track and field - he improved dramatically from a time of 11 sec in 1978 to 10.62 sec in 1980.
Ben JOHNSON was a world record-holder and gold medalist in the 100 m at the 1988 Olympics, but he was disqualified for doping. Learn about his career, achievements, controversies and personal life on the official Olympic website.
Apr 20, 2024 · Mary Ormsby's biography of the Canadian sprinter who ran 9.79 seconds in 1988 and was stripped of his Olympic gold for doping. The book explores Johnson's life, career, relationships, and the scandal that rocked Canadian sports.
