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Annapolis Native Matthew Centrowitz Headed to Rio 2106 Olympics
Matthew Centrowitz, a Broadneck High School graduate, landed a spot on his second Olympics team Sunday to compete in Rio.
Annapolis, MD — A Broadneck High School graduate won the men’s 1500 meters Sunday to land a spot on his second Olympics team, this time heading to the Rio 2016 games.
Matthew Centrowitz, 26, an Annapolis native, set an Olympic Trials record of 3:34.09, reports WTOP. He finished fourth in the event at the 2012 Olympics in London.
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The games run Aug. 5-21 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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"You know, I was .04 away last Olympics,'' Centrowitz said after Sunday’s win, reports the Capital-Gazette. "I'm more fit, stronger than I was. I just have to stay healthy and put myself in good position.''
His father, Matt Centrowitz Sr., was a member of the 1976 and 1980 Olympic teams and is now the head coach of the American University track team.
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The younger Centrowitz won a bronze medal at the 2011 World Outdoor Championships. The former University of Oregon Duck turned pro after 2011 and holds school records in the 1,500m and distance medley relay, according to USA Track and Field.
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