About Judy Vernon
Born 1945. Judy Vernon is a British and American hurdler and sprinter.
Judith Ann 'Judy' Vernon (born 22 September 1945) is a female English former 100 metres hurdler, who competed at the 1972 Summer Olympics.
Biography Vernon, a member of Mitcham Athletic Club, finished second behind Sharon Colyear in the 200 metres hurdles event at the 1971 WAAA Championships.
At the 1972 Olympics Games in Munich, she represented Great Britain in the women's 100 metres hurdles and in the 4 × 100 metres relay team which finished in 7th place in the final.
Vernon became the British 100 metres hurdles champion after winning the British WAAA Championships title at the 1973 WAAA Championships.
She represented England and won a gold medal in the 100 metres hurdles at the 1974 Commonwealth Games in Christchurch, New Zealand.
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Who is Judy Vernon?
British hurdler and sprinter
When was Judy Vernon born?
Judy Vernon was born on 22 September 1945 in St. Louis.
What is Judy Vernon's occupation?
Judy Vernon is a hurdler and sprinter.
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Judy Vernon is British and American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Judy Vernon. https://biography.guide/judy-vernon/
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