Jesse Owens beats Indians outfielder George Case in a 100-yard match race held as a promo before a Cleveland game in 1946. Case was known as the fastest runner in the majors at that time. Owens ran 9.9 and Case 10.0.
Owens narrowly beats case

May 21, 1946 | Exhibition |
Jesse Owens beats Indians outfielder George Case in a 100-yard match race held as a promo before a Cleveland game in 1946. Case was known as the fastest runner in the majors at that time. Owens ran 9.9 and Case 10.0.