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John Wilson

b. 1948

British sprinter

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About John Wilson

Born 1948. John Wilson is a British sprinter and athletics competitor.

John Alan Wilson (born 1948), is a former athlete who competed for England.

Athletics career He represented England and won a silver medal in the 4 x 400 metres relay with Alan Pascoe, Andy Carter and Bill Hartley, at the 1974 British Commonwealth Games in Christchurch, New Zealand. He also competed at the European Athletics Championships 1971 in Helsinki.

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John Alan Wilson

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Frequently asked questions

Who is John Wilson?

British sprinter

When was John Wilson born?

John Wilson was born on 11 October 1948.

What is John Wilson's occupation?

John Wilson is a sprinter and athletics competitor.

What nationality is John Wilson?

John Wilson is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Wilson

· Wikidata: Q27863079

· DBpedia: John Wilson (sprinter)

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