Italian sprinter and politician (1952–2013)
Pietro Paolo Mennea (28 June 1952 – 21 March 2013) was an Italian sprinter and politician, who was the 1980 Moscow Olympic 200 meter champion, and also held the 200 m world record for 17 years with his time of 19.72, set in September 1979.
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Native Name:
Pietro Paolo Mennea
Also Known As:
La Freccia del Sud
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