Kim Collins (born April 5, 1976) is a sprinter from Saint Kitts and Nevis. In 2003, he became the World Champion in the 100 m. April 5 is the 95th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (96th in leap years). ... 1976 is a leap year starting on Thursday (link will take you to calendar). ...

Collins made his debut at major championship at the 1997 World Championships, where he failed to qualify for the second round in the 100 m. He improved quickly, and at the 2000 Summer Olympics, he became the first athlete from his tiny nation to qualify for an Olympic final, finishing 7th in the 100 m. The next year, Collins would win Saint Kitts's first World Championship medal, when he tied for the bronze medal in the 200 m. The 1997 World Championships in Athletics under the auspices of the International Association of Athletics Federations were held at the Olympic Stadium, Athens, Greece between August 1 and August 10. ... 2000 Summer Olympics - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia /**/ @import /skins-1. ...

At the 2002 Commonwealth Games, he won his first major title, although not after a doping controversy. After the 100 m race, which Collins won after two other favourites pulled out of the final with an injury, he was tested positive for doping. However, it was found that the banned substance was part of the asthma medication Collins had been taking for several years, but had neglected to mention to the medical commission. Collins eventually was allowed to keep his title, and got away with a warning. The 2002 Commonwealth Games were held in Manchester, England from July 25 to August 4. ...

The 100 m at the 2003 World Championships became the biggest triumph of his career. With Olympic and World Champion Maurice Greene eliminated in the semi finals, the field was wide open. In a very close race, where the top four athletes finished within 0.02 seconds, Collins won and became the first World Champion from Saint Kitts and Nevis. The 9th IAAF World Championships in Athletics were held from August 23 to August 31, 2003 in the Stade de France in Saint Denis, Paris, France. ... Maurice Greene (1696-1755), English composer and organist; Maurice Greene (b. ...

At the 2005 Worlds, after struggling somewhat through the rounds, he claimed a bronze medal in the 100 m behind Justin Gatlin and Michael Frater though he was given the same time as the latter. Day Two (Aug 7th) Preview Helsinki Olympic Stadium during 2005 World Championships in Athletics 20 km walk in Mannerheimintie street in Helsinki, August 6, 2005 The 10th World Championships in Athletics, under the auspices of the International Association of Athletics Federations, will once again be held in the Olympic Stadium... Justin Gatlin (born February 10, 1982) is an American athlete. ...