About Jack Winfield
Lived 1907 – 1991 (aged 83–84). Jack Winfield was a long-distance runner.
John William Winfield (27 October 1907 – January 1991) was an English long-distance runner who competed in the 1930 British Empire Games.
Career Winfield was born in Stanley Common. Shortly before the 1930 British Empire Games in Canada, Winfield became the national 10 miles champion after winning the British AAA Championships title at the 1930 AAA Championships.
At 1930 Empire Games he won the bronze medal in the 3 miles event. In the 6 miles competition he finished seventh.
Winfield continued to run at a high level and took up marathon running. He finished third behind Jim Peters in the marathon event at the 1951 AAA Championships. Aged 44 he was shortlisted for the 1952 Olympic Games but was unable to take a place due to finance issues.
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Who was Jack Winfield?
British long-distance runner
When was Jack Winfield born?
Jack Winfield was born on 27 October 1907.
When did Jack Winfield die?
Jack Winfield died in 1991.
What was Jack Winfield's occupation?
Jack Winfield was a long-distance runner.
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