William Cummings (athlete)

William Cummings
Allen & Ginter cigarette card for Cummings, with his 10 miles personal best
Personal information
Born10 June 1858
Died13 July 1919(1919-07-13) (aged 61)

William J. Cummings (10 June 1858 – 13 July 1919) was a Scottish professional runner who held the record for the mile in the 19th century and is perhaps best remembered for a series of races against Walter George, a top amateur runner who turned professional in part to challenge Cummings.

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