Steve Cram nickname(s):
The Jarrow Arrow
Steve Cram date of birth:
October 14, 1960
How old is Steve Cram?
65
Where was Steve Cram born?
Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, England, UK
Steve Cram body shape:
Athletic
What color is Steve Cram's hair?
Brown - Light
What is Steve Cram's ethnicity?
White
What is Steve Cram nationality?
British
What is Steve Cram's occupation?
Runner
Steve Cram claim to fame:
International Olympic Committee
Short Biography
Stephen Cram CBE (born 14 October 1960) is a British retired track and field athlete. Along with fellow Britons Sebastian Coe and Steve Ovett, he was one of the world's dominant middle distance runners during the 1980s. Nicknamed "The Jarrow Arrow", after his hometown, Cram set world records in the 1500 m, 2000 m and the mile during a 19-day period in the summer of 1985. He was the first man to run 1500 m under 3 minutes and 30 seconds. He won the 1500 m gold medal at the 1983 World Championships and the 1500 m silver medal at the 1984 Olympic Games.