Coventry Godiva Harriers
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Coventry Godiva Harriers is an athletics club based in Coventry, West Midlands, England and was established in 1879. The club name refers to the notable Lady Godiva of Coventry and the sport of "hare and hounds" cross country running.
[edit] Athletes
The club have produced many athletes who have competed at an international level, including the Olympics. The list below shows some of the most recognised athletes along with their event and performance whilst competing at the highest level.
| William Adcocks | |||
| 1966 | Commonwealth Games | Marathon | 2:22.13 |
| 1968 | Olympic Games | Marathon | 2:25.33 |
| 1968 | Fukuoka Marathon | Marathon | 2:10.47 |
| 1970 | Commonwealth Games | Marathon | 2:15.10 |
| David Moorcroft | |||
| 1978 | Commonwealth Games, Edmonton, Alberta | 1,500 Metres | Gold |
| 1982 | Commonwealth Games, Brisbane, Queensland | 5,000 Metres | Gold |
| 1982 | Bislett Games, Oslo, Norway | 5,000 Metres | 13:00.41 (New World Record) |
| Marlon Devonish | |||
| 1998 | Commonwealth Games, Kuala Lumper, Malaysia | 4x100m relay | Gold |
| 2002 | Commonwealth Games, Manchester, England | 4x100m relay | Gold |
| 2002 | European Championships, Munich, Germany | 4x100m relay | Gold |
| 2003 | World Indoor Championships, Birmingham, England | 200m | Gold |
