About Glycon of Croton
Born 700 BC. Glycon of Croton was an athletics competitor and runner.
Glycon of Croton was an ancient Greek athlete listed by Eusebius of Caesarea as a victor in the stadion race of the 48th Olympiad (588 BC). He was the first winner from Magna Graecia. Pausanias relates his name as Glaukias.
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Who was Glycon of Croton?
Olympic victor, 48th olympiad
When was Glycon of Croton born?
Glycon of Croton was born in 700 BC in Crotone.
When did Glycon of Croton die?
Glycon of Croton died in Crotone.
What was Glycon of Croton's occupation?
Glycon of Croton was an athletics competitor and runner.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Glycon of Croton
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Glycon of Croton. https://biography.guide/glycon-of-croton/
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