About Philippe Clerc
Born 1946. Philippe Clerc is a Swiss sprinter.
Philippe Clerc (born 24 December 1946) is a former Swiss sprinter who won a bronze and a gold medal in the 100 and 200 m at the 1969 European Athletics Championships, respectively. He competed in these events at the 1972 Summer Olympics, but failed to reach the finals. He was married to English sprinter Janet Simpson, who died of a heart attack on 14 March 2010.
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Who is Philippe Clerc?
Olympic athlete
When was Philippe Clerc born?
Philippe Clerc was born on 24 December 1946 in Port-Valais.
What is Philippe Clerc's occupation?
Philippe Clerc is a sprinter.
What nationality is Philippe Clerc?
Philippe Clerc is Swiss.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Philippe Clerc. https://biography.guide/philippe-clerc-sprinter/
MLA: "Philippe Clerc." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/philippe-clerc-sprinter/.
Chicago: "Philippe Clerc." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/philippe-clerc-sprinter/.
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