The incredible story of Richard Norris Williams, the American tennis player who survived the Titanic sinking and then won gold at the Olympics

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Richard Norris Williams survived the sinking of the Titanic by swimming to a lifeboat. After he was rescued, he refused a doctor's suggestion to amputate his legs. Williams became the highest-ranking tennis player in the US and won an Olympic gold medal in 1924. Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Read preview Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . You can opt-out at any time by visiting our Preferences page or by clicking "unsubscribe" at the bottom of the email. Advertisement Richard Norris Williams was an accomplished tennis player who competed in the 1924 Paris Olympics, but he's most famous for his incredible survival of the Titanic. The RMS Titanic, a British passenger ship operated by the White Star Line, set sail on its infamous voyage on April 10, 1912. Over 2,000 people were aboard the ship when it collided with an iceberg and sank during the early hours of April 15, 1912. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? Log in .