About Gordon Thomas
Lived 1921 – 2013 (aged 91). Gordon Thomas was a British sport cyclist.
Gordon W. "Tiny" Thomas (18 August 1921 – 10 April 2013) was a British cyclist who competed at the 1948 Summer Olympics in London. There he won a silver medal in the team road race alongside Bob Maitland and Ian Scott. He also competed in the individual event, finishing 8th in a field of 101 participants. Born in Shipley, West Riding of Yorkshire, he served during World War II with the Royal Artillery in Africa and Italy. After his Olympic experience, he went on to win the 1953 Tour of Britain before retiring from cycling to enter the wool business.
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Who was Gordon Thomas?
British competitive cyclist (1921–2013)
When was Gordon Thomas born?
Gordon Thomas was born on 18 August 1921 in Shipley.
When did Gordon Thomas die?
Gordon Thomas died on 10 April 2013 in Peterborough.
What was Gordon Thomas's occupation?
Gordon Thomas was a sport cyclist.
What nationality was Gordon Thomas?
Gordon Thomas was British.
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