Anthony Washington
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Anthony Washington (born January 16, 1966 in Glasgow, Montana) is a former American discus thrower, who competed in two consecutive Summer Olympics for his native country. At the 1999 World Championships in Seville, Washington won the gold medal in discus throw.
His personal bests are 71.14 m in discus and 59.58 m in hammer throw.
He once appeared in a Snickers candy bar commercial.
[edit] Honours
- 1992 Summer Olympics, Barcelona: 12th place
- 1996 Summer Olympics, Atlanta: 4th place
- 1999 World Championships in Athletics, Seville: gold medal
[edit] External link
- IAAF profile for Anthony Washington
