About Bob Hughes
Born 1947. Bob Hughes is a British athletics competitor.
Robert Peter Hughes (born 27 October 1947) is a British former racewalker who competed at the 1968 Summer Olympics.
Biography Hughes finished third behind Ron Wallwork in the 2 miles walk event and finished third behind Malcolm Tolley in the 7 miles walk event at the 1967 AAA Championships and the following year finished runner-up to Arthur Jones in the 2 miles walk event at the 1968 AAA Championships
At the 1968 Olympic Games in Mexico City, he represented Great Britain in the men's 20 kilometres walk competition.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Bob Hughes?
British Olympic athlete
When was Bob Hughes born?
Bob Hughes was born on 27 October 1947.
What is Bob Hughes's occupation?
Bob Hughes is an athletics competitor.
What nationality is Bob Hughes?
Bob Hughes is British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bob Hughes (athlete)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bob Hughes. https://biography.guide/bob-hughes-athletics-competitor/
MLA: "Bob Hughes." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bob-hughes-athletics-competitor/.
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