John Sheldrick
British discus thrower and shot putter
About John Sheldrick
Born 1939. John Sheldrick is a British discus thrower and shot putter.
John William Sheldrick (born 1939), is a male former athlete who competed for England.
Biography Sheldrick was a member of the Thames Valley Harriers.
He represented the England team at the 1962 British Empire and Commonwealth Games in Perth, Australia. He competed in the throwing events, winning a bronze medal in the discus throw.
During the Games he met his future wife Prue O'Connor and stayed in Australia, therefore officially emigrating. Together they had five sons.
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Who is John Sheldrick?
British discus thrower and shot putter
When was John Sheldrick born?
John Sheldrick was born on 27 June 1939.
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John Sheldrick is a discus thrower and shot putter.
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John Sheldrick is British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Sheldrick. https://biography.guide/john-sheldrick/
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