Marcel Philippe

Marcel Philippe was a native New Yorker who finished seventh at the 1972 US Olympic Trials in the 800 metres. Because his parents were born in France, he approached French officials about competing for France at the Olympics. He was unable to get clearance to compete at München in 1972, but then represented France at the 1974 European Championships and the 1976 Montréal Olympics.

Philippe later worked in the New York District Attorney’s office for almost 40 years. He also served as an expert commentator for French television at the 1992 US Olympic Trials in athletics.

Personal Best: 800 – 1:45.79 (1973).