About Jean Konings
Lived 1886 – 1974 (aged 88). Jean Konings was a Belgian athletics competitor.
Jean Konings (4 March 1886 – 29 May 1974) was a Belgian athlete who competed at the 1908 Summer Olympics in London. In the 100 metres event, Konings placed second in his first-round heat with a time of 11.6 seconds. His loss to Reggie Walker, who had run the race in 11.0 seconds, resulted in Konings' elimination from the competition.
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Who was Jean Konings?
Belgian athlete (1886–1974)
When was Jean Konings born?
Jean Konings was born on 4 March 1886.
When did Jean Konings die?
Jean Konings died on 29 May 1974.
What was Jean Konings's occupation?
Jean Konings was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was Jean Konings?
Jean Konings was Belgian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jean Konings. https://biography.guide/jean-konings/
MLA: "Jean Konings." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jean-konings/.
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