Allan Wells

Runner

Birthday May 3, 1952

Birth Sign Taurus

Birthplace Scotland

Age 72 years old

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About

Former British sprinter who won multiple medals, including gold in the 100 meters and silver at the 200 meters at the 1980 Olympics in Moscow.

Before Fame

He dropped out of Liberton High School in Scotland to begin an engineering apprenticeship.

Trivia

He was inducted into the Scottish Sports Hall of Fame.

Family Life

He married Olympic sprinter Margot Wells, and they had two children.

Associated With

In 2013, he commented that he wasn't sure how Usain Bolt could still find the motivation to compete considering all he has accomplished.