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Norbert Sander

1942 – 2017

American male marathon runner and sports official

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Lived 1942 – 2017 (aged 74). Norbert Sander was an American long-distance runner, marathon runner, physician, track and field official and sports executive.

Norbert Sander (August 21, 1942 - March 17, 2017) was an American physician and runner who won the New York City Marathon in 1974. He has been described as "one of the most influential track and field figures in the city's history," and is known for his work restoring the Fort Washington Armory.

Sander was born on August 21, 1942 in Yonkers and attended Fordham Prep where he was a member of two title-winning teams and Fordham University where he was a member of a team that set the then Penn Relays record. He graduated from Fordham University in 1964 and the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 1971. In that role, he oversaw the move of the Millrose Games and other marquee track and field events to the building.

Sander was a winner of the Heliodoro and Patricia Rico Lifetime Achievement Award from USA Track & Field in 2000 and the NYRR Abebe Bikila Award in 2014.

Sander died of a heart attack on March 17, 2017.

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Sacred Heart High School, Fordham Preparatory School, Fordham University, University of Lausanne
Also known as
Norbert Sander, Jr., Norbert William Sander, Dr. Norbert Sander

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Norbert Sander?

American male marathon runner and sports official

When was Norbert Sander born?

Norbert Sander was born on 21 August 1942 in Yonkers.

When did Norbert Sander die?

Norbert Sander died on 17 March 2017.

What was Norbert Sander's occupation?

Norbert Sander was a long-distance runner, marathon runner, physician, track and field official and sports executive.

What nationality was Norbert Sander?

Norbert Sander was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Norbert Sander

· Wikidata: Q28962195

· DBpedia: Norbert Sander

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