About David Lee
Born 1959. David Lee is an American athletics competitor.
David Lee (born April 23, 1959) is an American former hurdler. Lee qualified for the 1980 U.S. Olympic team but was unable to compete due to the 1980 Summer Olympics boycott. He did however receive one of 461 Congressional Gold Medals created especially for the spurned athletes.
Competing for the Southern Illinois Salukis track and field team, Lee won the 1980 NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships in the 400 metres hurdles.
Lee won the British AAA Championships title in the 400 metres hurdles event at the 1983 AAA Championships.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is David Lee?
track and field athlete from the United States
When was David Lee born?
David Lee was born on 23 April 1959.
What is David Lee's occupation?
David Lee is an athletics competitor.
What nationality is David Lee?
David Lee is American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: David Lee (athlete)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). David Lee. https://biography.guide/david-lee-athletics-competitor/
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