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Alvin Harrison (born January 20, 1974) is an American sprinter who specializes in the 400 meters. He is known for his achievements in track and field athletics, particularly in the Olympic Games.

Early Life and Education[edit]

Alvin Harrison was born in Orlando, Florida. He attended North Salinas High School in Salinas, California, where he began his career in athletics. Harrison later attended Hartnell College, where he continued to develop his sprinting skills.

Athletic Career[edit]

Harrison gained prominence in the late 1990s as a member of the United States track and field team. He competed in the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia, where he won a gold medal in the 4 × 400 meters relay.

In the 2000 Summer Olympics held in Sydney, Australia, Harrison won a silver medal in the 400 meters and another gold medal in the 4 × 400 meters relay.

Achievements[edit]

1996 Summer Olympics - Gold medal in 4 × 400 meters relay
2000 Summer Olympics - Silver medal in 400 meters
2000 Summer Olympics - Gold medal in 4 × 400 meters relay

Controversies[edit]

In 2004, Alvin Harrison was involved in a doping scandal. He admitted to using performance-enhancing drugs and accepted a four-year suspension from competition. This controversy affected his career and led to the disqualification of some of his relay results.

Personal Life[edit]

Alvin Harrison has a twin brother, Calvin Harrison, who is also a sprinter and has competed at the international level. The Harrison twins have been notable figures in American athletics.

References[edit]

External Links[edit]

IAAF Profile

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-[[File:Alvin_Harrison_400m_Sprinter.png|Alvin Harrison 400m Sprinter|thumb]] '''Alvin Harrison''' is a former [[American track and field athlete]] who specialized in the 400 meters. Born on January 20, 1974, in Orlando, Florida, Harrison achieved significant success on the international stage, including winning medals at the [[Olympic Games]].
-==Early Life and Career==
+{{Infobox person
-Alvin Harrison's journey in track and field began at a young age, showing promise in the 400 meters, a sprinting event that requires both speed and endurance. His talent was evident in high school, leading him to pursue the sport at a higher level.
+| name = Alvin Harrison
+| image = <!-- Image removed -->
+| caption = Alvin Harrison, American sprinter
+| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1974|1|20}}
+| birth_place = Orlando, Florida, USA
+| nationality = American
+| occupation = Athlete
+| known_for = Sprinting
+}}
-==Professional Career==
+'''Alvin Harrison''' (born January 20, 1974) is an American [[sprinter]] who specializes in the [[400 meters]]. He is known for his achievements in [[track and field athletics]], particularly in the [[Olympic Games]].
-Harrison's professional career took off in the mid-1990s. He quickly made a name for himself as a formidable 400 meters runner. His breakthrough came at the [[1996 Summer Olympics]] in Atlanta, where he won a gold medal in the 4x400 meters relay. This victory marked the beginning of Harrison's rise in international track and field.
-In the following years, Harrison continued to excel. He was a key member of the United States 4x400 meters relay team, contributing to its success at various international competitions. His individual prowess in the 400 meters also grew, leading to more victories and accolades.
+== Early Life and Education ==
+Alvin Harrison was born in [[Orlando, Florida]]. He attended [[North Salinas High School]] in [[Salinas, California]], where he began his career in athletics. Harrison later attended [[Hartnell College]], where he continued to develop his sprinting skills.
-One of Harrison's most notable achievements came at the [[2000 Summer Olympics]] in Sydney, where he again competed in the 4x400 meters relay. The United States team, with Harrison as a crucial member, won the gold medal. Additionally, Harrison secured a silver medal in the individual 400 meters event, showcasing his talent on one of the biggest stages in sports.
+== Athletic Career ==
+Harrison gained prominence in the late 1990s as a member of the United States [[track and field]] team. He competed in the [[1996 Summer Olympics]] in [[Atlanta, Georgia]], where he won a gold medal in the [[4 × 400 meters relay]].
-==Controversies==
+In the [[2000 Summer Olympics]] held in [[Sydney, Australia]], Harrison won a silver medal in the [[400 meters]] and another gold medal in the [[4 × 400 meters relay]].
-Alvin Harrison's career, however, was not without controversy. In the early 2000s, he became embroiled in a doping scandal that affected many athletes in track and field. Harrison admitted to using performance-enhancing drugs and received a ban from competition. This admission and subsequent ban tarnished his reputation and led to the stripping of some of his titles, including the relay gold medal from the 2000 Olympics.
-==Legacy==
+=== Achievements ===
-Despite the controversies, Alvin Harrison's impact on the sport of track and field is undeniable. He was part of a generation of athletes that pushed the boundaries of what was possible in the 400 meters and the 4x400 meters relay. His achievements, particularly at the Olympic Games, remain a testament to his talent and dedication to the sport.
+* [[1996 Summer Olympics]] - Gold medal in [[4 × 400 meters relay]]
+* [[2000 Summer Olympics]] - Silver medal in [[400 meters]]
+* [[2000 Summer Olympics]] - Gold medal in [[4 × 400 meters relay]]
-Harrison's story is also a cautionary tale about the pressures athletes face and the consequences of doping in sports. His career serves as a reminder of the importance of integrity and fair play in achieving lasting success and respect in athletics.
+== Controversies ==
+In 2004, Alvin Harrison was involved in a doping scandal. He admitted to using performance-enhancing drugs and accepted a four-year suspension from competition. This controversy affected his career and led to the disqualification of some of his relay results.
-==See Also==
+== Personal Life ==
-* [[400 meters]]
+Alvin Harrison has a twin brother, [[Calvin Harrison]], who is also a sprinter and has competed at the international level. The Harrison twins have been notable figures in American athletics.
-* [[4x400 meters relay]]
-* [[Olympic Games]]
-* [[Doping in sport]]
+== See Also ==
+* [[List of doping cases in athletics]]
+* [[United States at the 1996 Summer Olympics]]
+* [[United States at the 2000 Summer Olympics]]
+== References ==
+* [https://www.olympic.org/alvin-harrison Olympic.org - Alvin Harrison]
+* [https://www.sports-reference.com/olympics/athletes/ha/alvin-harrison-1.html Sports Reference - Alvin Harrison]
+== External Links ==
+* [https://www.iaaf.org/athletes/united-states/alvin-harrison-142002 IAAF Profile]
+{{DEFAULTSORT:Harrison, Alvin}}
+[[Category:1974 births]]
+[[Category:Living people]]
 [[Category:American male sprinters]]
-[[Category:Olympic track and field athletes of the United States]]
 [[Category:Olympic gold medalists for the United States in track and field]]
 [[Category:Olympic silver medalists for the United States in track and field]]
+[[Category:Doping cases in athletics]]
 [[Category:Sportspeople from Orlando, Florida]]
-{{Athletics-bio-stub}}