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TRACK ATHLETE

PERSONAL

BIRTHDAY:

February 14

Male

GENDER:

St Mary

PARISH:

Oracabessa High, Ocho Rios High, University of Oklahoma

SCHOOL:

TRAINING CAMP / CLUB:

200m – 21.32, 400m – 44.90, 400m Hurdles – 48.00, 4x400m Relay – 2:56.75

PERSONAL BEST:

400m, 400m Hurdles, 4x400m Relay

EVENT: 

TRACK RECORD

GAMES AND AWARDS:

2004…Athlete of the Year (Jamaica)

Olympic Games 2004: [Silver - 400m Hurdles]
2000 [Silver - 4x400m Relay]
2000…400m*

World Championships
2003 [Silver-4x400m Relay]
2001 [Silver-4x400m Relay]
1999 [Silver-4x400m Relay]
1997 [Silver-4x400m Relay]
1995 [Silver-4x400m Relay]

* 2009, 2007, 2005, 1993

World Indoor Championship
2003 [Gold - 4x400m Relay]
2001 [Bronze - 400m Relay]
2001 [Bronze - 4x400m Relay]

Pan American Games - PanAm
1999 [Gold - 4x400m Relay]

CACAC Championships
2001 [Gold - 400m]

World Athletics Final
2003 [Bronze - 400m Hurdles]

Reebok Grand Prix
2008 [Silver - 400m Hurdles]

Danny McFarlane

Renowned for his outstanding performances in both the 400   meters and 400 meters hurdles, Danny McFarlane emerged as a distinguished   figure in Jamaican track and field, leaving an indelible mark on the global   stage.


McFarlane's journey in athletics began at Oracabessa High   School and Ocho Rios High School in Jamaica, where he showcased early promise   and a natural talent for sprinting and hurdling. His dedication and   impressive performances laid the groundwork for a stellar career in track and   field.

Venturing overseas to further refine his skills, McFarlane   continued his academic and athletic pursuits at the University of Oklahoma.   Representing the university's track and field team, he honed his abilities   and demonstrated remarkable versatility, excelling in the 400 meters.

McFarlane's prowess and dedication culminated in his   representation of Jamaica on the grandest athletic stage—the Olympic Games. A   multiple-time Olympian, he exemplified consistency and resilience, competing   fiercely in both the 400 meters and the 400 meters hurdles.

Throughout his illustrious career, McFarlane's   accomplishments extended beyond the Olympics. He showcased his talent at   various prestigious competitions, including World Championships and other   global athletic forums. His unwavering commitment to excellence was evident   in his multiple appearances at international events, where he consistently   displayed remarkable speed and technical skill.


McFarlane took the track and field world by storm switching   from the 400m to the 400m hurdles in one season, earning him a silver medal   at the Athen’s Olympic Games 2004. His legacy as a formidable Jamaican   athlete in both the 400 meters and 400 meters hurdles stands as a testament   to his dedication, versatility, and enduring contribution to Jamaican track   and field.

Danny McFarlane remains an inspiration to aspiring   athletes, symbolizing the pinnacle of Jamaican excellence on the world stage   of athletics.

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