Cuthbert, Betty (1938–)
Cuthbert, Betty (1938–)
Australian runner. Name variations: Golden Girl. Born April 20, 1938, in Ermington, Sydney, Australia; twin sister of Marie Cuthbert.
Won gold medals for the 100 meters, 200 meters, and 4×100 meter relay at Melbourne Olympics (1956); won a gold medal for 400 meters at Tokyo Olympics (1964); contracted multiple sclerosis (1981); helped raise funds for research. Named Australia Broadcasting's Sportstar of the Year (1956); given Helms Award (1964).
See also Women in World History.
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