Athletics at the 1952 Summer Olympics – Women's 100 metres



The women's 100 metres sprint event at the 1952 Olympic Games took place on July 21 and July 22. The final was won by Australian Marjorie Jackson, who equalled the world record set in 1936 by Helen Stephens.

First round
The first round was held on July 21. The first two runners of each heat qualified for the second round.

Quarterfinals
The first three runners from each heat qualified to the semifinals.

Semifinals
The first three runners from each heat qualified for the final. Fanny Blankers-Koen withdrew from the competition at this stage.