Athletics at the 1908 Summer Olympics – Men’s 100 metres Tags: Olympic Event, Olympics.The men’s 100 metres was the shortest of the sprint races at the 1908 Summer Olympics in London. The competition was held over the course of three days. The first round was held on 20 July the semifinals on 21 July and the final on 22 July. bronze medalist Robert Kerr (athlete) games 1908 Summer gold medalist Reggie Walker next event Athletics at the 1912 Summer Olympics – Men's 100 metres previous event Athletics at the 1904 Summer Olympics – Men's 100 metres siler medalist James Rector Learn more... Loading...