William Hill (Hong Kong athlete) facts for kids
William Hill (born June 11, 1945 – died July 27, 2020) was a talented Hong Kong sprinter. A sprinter is an athlete who runs short, fast races. William Hill was known for his speed on the track.
His Olympic Journey
William Hill proudly represented Hong Kong at the 1964 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Japan. The Olympics are a huge international sports event where athletes from all over the world compete.
Competing in Sprint Races
At the 1964 Games, William Hill competed in two exciting sprint events:
- The men's 200 metres race. This race is a single lap around part of the track.
- The men's 400 metres race. This race is one full lap around the track.
He showed great dedication and skill by competing at such a high level.
Later Life
William Hill passed away on July 27, 2020, at the age of 75. He will be remembered as an Olympian who represented his home, Hong Kong, on the world stage.
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