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Edward Boyce

1913 – 1988

British long and triple jumper

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About Edward Boyce

Lived 1913 – 1988 (aged 74). Edward Boyce was a British long jumper and triple jumper.

Edward Boyce (2 June 1913 – 26 March 1988) was a British and Northern Irish athlete who competed at the 1936 Summer Olympics.

Biography Boyce finished third behind Lajos Balogh in the long jump event and third behind Jan Blankers in the triple jump event at the 1933 AAA Championships.

Boyce became the national triple jump champion after winning the British AAA Championships title at the 1934 AAA Championships. Shortly afterwards, he represented Northern Ireland at the 1934 British Empire Games, finishing fourth in the triple jump event.

After finishing third behind Australian Jack Metcalfe in the triple event at the 1936 AAA Championships, he was selected to represent Great Britain at the 1936 Olympic Games held in Berlin, where he competed in the men's long jump and the men's triple jump competitions.

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Long jumper, triple jumper
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Frequently asked questions

Who was Edward Boyce?

British long and triple jumper

When was Edward Boyce born?

Edward Boyce was born on 2 June 1913 in Belfast.

When did Edward Boyce die?

Edward Boyce died on 26 March 1988.

What was Edward Boyce's occupation?

Edward Boyce was a long jumper and triple jumper.

What nationality was Edward Boyce?

Edward Boyce was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Edward Boyce

· Wikidata: Q5334581

· DBpedia: Edward Boyce (athlete)

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