Peter Norman, 1964-2006 Peter Norman, the internationally renowned athlete, died at the age of 64 on October 3, 2006. He will be remembered for his amazing feats in track and field and for his profound impact on the sport. Born in Melbourne, Australia, in 1964, Norman showed family and friends he had an incredible talent in track and field from a very young age. He began competing internationally and quickly rose to extreme heights, setting several records and receiving multiple accolades throughout his athletic career. In 1968, Norman competed in the Olympic games in Mexico and was the second-place finisher in the 200-meter dash. He also set a new World Record alongside his American competitors, Tommie Smith, and John Carlos. The three men famously raised their arms in a gesture of human rights during the medal ceremony. Peter Norman went on to win multiple awards throughout his athletics career, both nationally and internationally, with an emphasis on sprinting. In 2003, he was inducted into the IAAF Hall of Fame for his commitment and achievements in sports. Norman will be remembered and celebrated for his commitment to track and field, his incredible athleticism, and his enduring legacy in human rights.