Wilma Rudolph was an American sprinter, overcoming childhood polio to become the first woman to win three gold medals in a single Olympics.
Al Oerter was an American discus thrower who won four consecutive Olympic gold medals, setting world records and becoming a legendary figure in track and field.
Bob Beamon is an American former track and field athlete, known for his world record long jump of 8.90 meters at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics, a record that stood for 23 years.
Marion Jones is an American former track and field athlete, notable for her outstanding achievements in sprinting and winning five medals at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.