About John Rinkel
Lived 1905 – 1975 (aged 69). John Rinkel was a British and Dutch sprinter.
Career Rinkel was educated at Blundell's School and Clare College, Cambridge. He competed in the Oxbridge Sports from 1925 through to 1928.
Rinkel finished second behind Loren Murchison in the 220 yards event at the 1925 AAA Championships. The following year he became the national 440 yards champion after winning the British AAA Championships title at the 1926 AAA Championships. He also finished second in the 440 yards behind Douglas Lowe at the 1928 AAA Championships
After becoming a British citizen in April 1927,
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Who was John Rinkel?
British sprinter (1905–1975)
When was John Rinkel born?
John Rinkel was born on 24 March 1905 in Hilversum.
When did John Rinkel die?
John Rinkel died on 13 March 1975 in Gerrards Cross.
What was John Rinkel's occupation?
John Rinkel was a sprinter.
What nationality was John Rinkel?
John Rinkel was British and Dutch.
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