Juris Luzins (Latvian: Juris Luziņš; born June 22, 1947)[4] is a retired American middle-distance runner of Latvian descent. He won the national 800 m title in 1971[2] and placed second in 1969.[3] He missed the 1972 Olympics due to an injury, and later raced professionally.[1]
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| Personal information | |
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| Born | June 22, 1947 Virginia, U.S.[1] |
| Alma mater | University of Florida[1] |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Athletics |
| Event(s) | 800 m, mile |
| Club | U.S. Marines[2] Florida Track Club[1] |
| Achievements and titles | |
| Personal best(s) | 800 m – 1:45.2 (1971) Mile – 3:58.2 (1972)[3] |
Luzins married in 1973, divorced in 1975, and remarried later. In December 1976 he earned a master's degree in architecture from the University of Florida and later worked as an architect in Gainesville, Florida.[1]
References edit
- ^ a b c d e Juris Luzins Interview. urbanoasis.org
- ^ a b USA Outdoor Track & Field Champions Men's 800 m. usatf.org
- ^ a b Juris Luzins. trackfield.brinkster.net
- ^ Juris Luzins. all-athletics.com