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Joie Ray (runner)
American middle and long distance runner / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Joseph William "Joie" Ray (April 13, 1894 – May 13, 1978) was an American track and field athlete and member of the United States National Track and Field Hall of Fame. He held world records for the 1-mile (1.6 km) and 2-mile (3.2 km) distances. He represented the United States in the three Olympic Games held the 1920s, winning a bronze medal for the 3000 m team race in 1924.[1]
Quick Facts Medal record, Men's athletics ...
![]() Joie Ray, left, and Paavo Nurmi, right, visit U.S. President Calvin Coolidge at the White House on 21 February 1925. | ||
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![]() | 1924 Paris | 3000 metre team |
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