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What was the name of the Australian athlete in the 1896 Olympics?
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∙ 15y ago
Teddy Flack who won gold in the 800 meter run and 1500 meter run.
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In 1896 there was one Australian competitor and he won 2 gold medals. Teddy Flack was his name.
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