About Richard Coombes
Lived 1858 – 1935 (aged 77). Richard Coombes was an Australian journalist and sports executive.
Richard Coombes (18 March 1858 – 15 April 1935) was an English journalist.
He was an International Olympic Committee member from 1905 to 1932.
Coombes was inducted into the Sport Australia Hall of Fame in 1992
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Who was Richard Coombes?
Journalist and sports administrator (1858–1935)
When was Richard Coombes born?
Richard Coombes was born on 18 March 1858.
When did Richard Coombes die?
Richard Coombes died on 15 April 1935.
What was Richard Coombes's occupation?
Richard Coombes was a journalist and sports executive.
What nationality was Richard Coombes?
Richard Coombes was Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Richard Coombes. https://biography.guide/richard-coombes/
MLA: "Richard Coombes." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/richard-coombes/.
Chicago: "Richard Coombes." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/richard-coombes/.
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