John McDowall (swimmer)
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| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | 25 February 1902 |
| Died | 4 July 1936 (aged 34) |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Swimming |
John McDowall (25 February 1902 – 4 July 1936) was a British swimmer.[1] He competed in the men's 100 metre backstroke event at the 1924 Summer Olympics.[2]
- 9 May 1923, Paisley corporation baths, Paisley, Scotland - 100 yards Backstroke setting new record of 1min 57sec.[3]
- 1923 Blackpool, England - Beat the reigning Amateur Swimming Association 150 yards backstroke champion Austin Rawlinson during the national 220 yards championship meeting.[4]
- 1924 Olympics, Paris - Competed for UK in Men's 100m Backstroke. Came 5th in Semi-Finals.[5]
