About Thomas Obi
Born 1932. Thomas Obi is a Nigerian sprinter and hurdler.
Thomas Obi (born 1932) is a Nigerian sprinter who ceompeted at the 1956 Summer Olympics.
Biography Obi competed in the men's 100 metres at the 1956 Olympic Games in Melbourne.
Obi finished second behind Keith Gardner in the 120 yards hurdles event at the British 1958 AAA Championships. Shortly afterwards he won a silver medal in the 1958 British Empire and Commonwealth Games 4×110 yards relay (with Jimmy Omagbemi, Smart Akraka, and Victor Odofin. At the 1958 British Empire and Commonwealth Games Obi was eliminated in the semi-finals of the 120 yards hurdles and in the quarter-finals of the 100 yards.
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Who is Thomas Obi?
Nigerian sprinter and hurdler
When was Thomas Obi born?
Thomas Obi was born in 1932.
What is Thomas Obi's occupation?
Thomas Obi is a sprinter and hurdler.
What nationality is Thomas Obi?
Thomas Obi is Nigerian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Thomas Obi. https://biography.guide/thomas-obi/
MLA: "Thomas Obi." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/thomas-obi/.
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