About Frank Close
Lived 1913 – 1970 (aged 56). Frank Close was a British long-distance runner.
Frank Close (23 April 1913 – 12 February 1970) was a British long-distance runner who competed at the 1936 Summer Olympics.
Biography Close finished second behind Peter Ward in the 3 miles event at the 1936 AAA Championships.
One month later he was selected to represent Great Britain at the 1936 Olympic Games held in Berlin, where he finished 12th in the 5000 metres event, one place behind fellow English runner Peter Ward.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Frank Close?
British long-distance runner
When was Frank Close born?
Frank Close was born on 23 April 1913.
When did Frank Close die?
Frank Close died on 12 February 1970.
What was Frank Close's occupation?
Frank Close was a long-distance runner.
What nationality was Frank Close?
Frank Close was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Frank Close (athlete)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Frank Close. https://biography.guide/frank-close-long-distance-runner/
MLA: "Frank Close." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/frank-close-long-distance-runner/.
Chicago: "Frank Close." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/frank-close-long-distance-runner/.
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