John Lindgren

Swedish cross-country skier From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

John Halvar Theofron Lindgren (8 November 1899 – 30 January 1990)[1] was a Swedish cross-country skier who won the 1927 world titles in the 18 km and 50 km events.[2] He finished eighth in the 50 km race at the 1932 Winter Olympics. His younger brother Ivan was also an Olympic cross-country skier.[3]

Born8 November 1899
Hedlunda, Sweden
Died30 January 1990 (aged 90)
Lycksele, Sweden
Height170 cm (5 ft 7 in)
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John Lindgren
John Lindgren during the 1920s
Personal information
Born8 November 1899
Hedlunda, Sweden
Died30 January 1990 (aged 90)
Lycksele, Sweden
Height170 cm (5 ft 7 in)
Sport
SportCross-country skiing
ClubLycksele IF
Medal record
Men's cross-country skiing
Representing  Sweden
World Championships
Gold medal – first place1927 Cortina d'Ampezzo18 km
Gold medal – first place1927 Cortina d'Ampezzo50 km
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Cross-country skiing results

All results are sourced from the International Ski Federation (FIS).[4]

Olympic Games

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 Year   Age   18 km   50 km 
1932328
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World Championships

  • 2 medals – (2 gold)
More information Year, Age ...
 Year   Age   17 km   18 km   50 km 
192727N/aGoldGold
193029N/a7
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