July 29, 2026

On July 29, 1996, which U.S. sprinter set a world record in the 100 meters at the Atlanta Olympics?

Answer choices

• A. Donovan Bailey won in 9.84 at Atlanta
• B. Maurice Greene
• C. Tim Montgomery
• D. Carl Lewis

What happened

Correct answer: Donovan Bailey won in 9.84 at Atlanta

Donovan Bailey ran 9.84 seconds to win Olympic gold, a world record at the time.

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