Willie Williams, is a former American sprinter who set the first record in the 100 metres for men (athletics), in which year?
Men's 100 metres world record progression The first record in the 100 metres for men (athletics) was recognised by the International Amateur Athletics Federation, now known as the International Association of Athletics Federations, in 1912. The record now is 9.58 seconds which was run by Usain Bolt.
William Lowe (athlete) William Lowe (born 1901, date of death unknown) was an Irish sprinter. He competed in the men's 100 metres and the 200 metres events at the 1924 Summer Olympics.