Onyali, Mary (1968–)
Onyali, Mary (1968–)
Nigerian runner. Name variations: Mary Onyali-Omagbemi. Born Feb 3, 1968, in Nigeria; attended Texas Southern University (1985–90).
Known as the "Queen of Nigerian Sprints," won silver medals in both 100 and 200 meters at World Cup (1990); at African Games, won the 100 meters (1987, 1991, 1998) and 200 meters (1987); won a bronze medal in 4 × 100-meter relay at Barcelona Olympics (1992) and a bronze medal for the 200 meters at Atlanta Olympics (1996).
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