The world of track and field was rocked this week with the news that Calvin Davis, a 51-year-old Olympic medalist in the 400 hurdles, had passed away.
Davis had been a fixture in the track and field world for decades, having first competed in the Olympics at the age of 20 in 1992. Over the years, he had achieved a number of impressive results, including winning a bronze medal in the 400 hurdles at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta.
Despite his age, Davis had continued to compete in the 400 hurdles at a high level, and last year he won the gold medal at the World Masters Athletics Championships in Poland. This was his first major international title since his Olympic bronze medal in 1996.
Davis was also a beloved figure in the track and field community, having been an active coach and mentor to many young athletes over the years. He was known for his infectious enthusiasm and passion for the sport, and his death has been met with an outpouring of grief from athletes and coaches around the world.
The cause of death has not yet been revealed, but Davis is survived by his wife, two children, and many friends and admirers. His legacy as one of the greatest 400 hurdlers of all time will live on for generations to come.
We here at Track and Field News would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Calvin Davis. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
