Sprinter won three golds at the 1956 Melbourne Olympics and added a fourth eight years later in TokyoThe Australian sprinting legend Betty Cuthbert has died aged 79. Cuthbert was a four-time Olympic gold medallist, winning three at the 1956 Melbourne games in the 100m, 200m and 4x100m relay events. “Athletics Australia is saddened to confirm the passing of Olympic legend Betty Cuthbert, Our thoughts with her family & friends,” it said on Twitter. Athletics Australia (@AthsAust) Athletics Australia is saddened to confirm the passing of Olympic legend Betty Cuthbert, Our thoughts with her family & friends. #RIP pic.twitter.com/l4onq19YkeCathy Freeman (@CathyFreeman) Thank you for the inspirational memories, Betty Cuthbert.

Source: The Guardian August 06, 2017 22:31 UTC