Bill Ashenfelter

William Nyman Ashenfelter (October 16, 1924 in Collegeville, Pennsylvania – June 4, 2010[1]) was an American track and field athlete known for long-distance events.

In the Steeplechase at the 1952 Olympic Trials, both brothers ran together, with Horace edging ahead to take the win in the last lap.

[2] While Bill was unable to finish his trial heat, Horace went on to win the gold medal in world record time.

A month earlier, Bill joined Reggie Pearman, John Barnes, and Mal Whitfield to set the world record in the 4 × 800 metres relay at 7:29.2.

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