About Don Thompson

Donald James Thompson MBE was an English racewalker. He was the only British man to win a gold medal at the 1960 Summer Olympics, in the 50 km walk. He also won a bronze medal at the 1962 European Championships, also for the 50 km walk.

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Occupation: athletics competitor
Citizenship: United Kingdom
Born: January 20, 1933
Died: October 4, 2006

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Don Thompson

British racewalker (1933–2006)

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About Don Thompson

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Occupation: athletics competitor
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Born: January 20, 1933
Died: October 4, 2006

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Not who you're looking for? Others named Don Thompson: American film producer · American racing driver · Australian rules footballer · football player (born 1939)