Charles Clark (athlete) facts for kids
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| Personal information | |
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| Nationality |  United States |
| Born | August 10, 1987 Virginia Beach, Virginia |
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) |
| Weight | 163 lb (74 kg) |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Running |
| College team | Florida State Seminoles |
| Achievements and titles | |
| Personal best(s) | 100m: 10.47 200m: 20.22 |
Charles Clark (born August 10, 1987) is an American track and field athlete. He is famous for his speed in short-distance races, known as sprints. His best event is the 200 metres.
About Charles Clark
Charles Clark was born on August 10, 1987. He grew up to become a very fast runner. He is known as a sprinter, which means he competes in races that require a burst of speed over short distances.
His Early Life and College
When Charles was in high school, he was already a top athlete. USA Today magazine recognized him as one of the best high school track athletes in the entire USA. After high school, he went to Florida State University. There, he was part of the Florida State Seminoles track and field team.
His Sprinting Career
Charles Clark's main race is the 200 metres. This race is about running a half-lap around a standard track as fast as you can. His personal best time in the 200m is 20.22 seconds.
In 2009, he ran an even faster time of 20.00 seconds at the USA Outdoor Championships. This amazing performance earned him second place. It also meant he qualified to compete in the World Championships. This big event was held in Berlin, Germany. At the World Championships, Charles Clark made it to the final of the 200m race. He finished in 6th place, which is a great achievement on the world stage.
