American star Michael Johnson wins his fourth consecutive world title in the men's 400m with a new world record time of 43.18 seconds at the 1999 World Championships in Seville.
1751 — The first International World Title Prize Fight takes place in Harlston, England. The champion, Jack Slack of England, beats the challenger, M. Petit of France, in 25 minutes. 1934 — Paul ...
American Michael Johnson, the 1996 Olympic gold medalist in the 200m and 400m, wins the men's 400m with a time of 44.12 seconds at the 1997 World Championships in Athens. This win marked Johnson's ...