Ira Sylvester Davis (born September 25, 1936 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is a retired American triple jumper. He represented the United States at three Olympics; 1956, 1960 and 1964. He made the finals each time, his best showing was fourth place in 1960, missing a bronze medal by 2 cm. He was the winner of the Olympic Trials each time, setting the Trials record in 1956 and twice in 1960. 1956 was also the American record, set as a 19 year old college freshman. He was a four time National Champion, winning in 1958-60 and again in 1964.
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25 September 1936 (age 88) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Zodiac | Libra |
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