About Mike Farrell
Born 1933. Mike Farrell is a British middle-distance runner.
Michael Arthur Farrell (born 27 April 1933) is a male former British middle-distance runner who competed at the 1956 Summer Olympics.
Biography Farrell finished second behind Mike Rawson in the 880 yards event at the 1956 AAA Championships.
Later that year he represented Great Britain at the 1956 Olympic Games in Melbourne, where he participated in the men's 800 metres competition.
Farrell also represented the England athletics team in the 880 yards race at the 1958 British Empire and Commonwealth Games in Cardiff, Wales.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Mike Farrell?
British middle-distance runner
When was Mike Farrell born?
Mike Farrell was born on 27 April 1933 in Sculcoates.
What is Mike Farrell's occupation?
Mike Farrell is a middle-distance runner.
What nationality is Mike Farrell?
Mike Farrell is British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Mike Farrell (athlete)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Mike Farrell. https://biography.guide/mike-farrell-middle-distance-runner/
MLA: "Mike Farrell." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/mike-farrell-middle-distance-runner/.
Chicago: "Mike Farrell." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/mike-farrell-middle-distance-runner/.
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