ondon Olympics, the top American 800 men finished fourth (Duane Solomon) and fifth (Nick Symmonds). That race was won by Kenyas David Rudisha in a world record 1:40.92. The last American male to medal in an Olympic 800 was Johnny Gray (silver, 1992). The last winner was Dave Wottle (gold, 1972).
World Record: David Rudisha (Kenya), 1:40.91 (2012)American Record: Johnny Gray, 1:42.60 (1985)Olympic Trials Record: Johnny Gray, 1:42.80 (1992)Olympic Trials Qualifying Time: 1:46Olympic Qualifying Time: 1:46