Denis Murray (athlete)
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Denis Murray was an Irish
athlete. He competed at the 1908 Summer Olympics
in London
.
In the 100 metres
, Murray placed third in his first round heat to be eliminated from competition. In the Men's Long jump, Murray finished 9th.
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
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athlete. He competed at the 1908 Summer Olympics
1908 Summer Olympics
The 1908 Summer Olympics, officially the Games of the IV Olympiad, were an international multi-sport event which was held in 1908 in London, England, United Kingdom. These games were originally scheduled to be held in Rome. At the time they were the fifth modern Olympic games...
in London
London
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In the 100 metres
Athletics at the 1908 Summer Olympics - Men's 100 metres
The men's 100 metres was the shortest of the sprint races at the 1908 Summer Olympics in London. The competition was held over the course of three days...
, Murray placed third in his first round heat to be eliminated from competition. In the Men's Long jump, Murray finished 9th.