Carl Lewis

Biography

Carl Lewis was track and field's first true superstar, a sprinter and long jumper whose elegance made the sport beautiful. Nine Olympic golds across four Games included four consecutive long jump titles, a feat of longevity unmatched in athletics. His 65-meet winning streak in the long jump spanned a decade. He could have been a decathlete, his talent was so broad, but he chose to specialize and became the dominant figure of 1980s track. Sometimes criticized for his aloofness, Lewis let his performances speak - and they spoke louder than any self-promotion could.

Career Highlights

• 9 Olympic gold medals
• 8 world records
• 4 consecutive Olympic long jump golds
• 65 consecutive long jump wins
• IOC Athlete of the Century

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