About Elspeth Hay
Born 1930. Elspeth Hay is a British sprinter.
Elspeth Hay, also known by her married name Elspeth Graham, (born 24 April 1930) is a British former sprinter who won a gold medal in the 4 × 100 metres relay at the 1950 European Athletics Championships.
Career Hay was scheduled to compete at the 1948 Summer Olympics in London, but was injured in training prior to the event. In the same year, she won the women's 100-yard dash event at the Edinburgh Highland games.
Post-retirement After her retirement, Hay volunteered almost 40 years for the Women's Royal Voluntary Service. She also worked as a tour guide for a stately home. Graham ran in Balbeggie as part of the torch relay prior to the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. At the time, she was living in Perth.
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Who is Elspeth Hay?
British sprinter
When was Elspeth Hay born?
Elspeth Hay was born on 24 April 1930 in Rhynd.
What is Elspeth Hay's occupation?
Elspeth Hay is a sprinter.
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Elspeth Hay is British.
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