About Ritchie Johnston
Lived 1931 – 2001 (aged 70). Ritchie Johnston was a New Zealand sport cyclist.
Richard Elsdon Johnston (2 January 1931 – 18 July 2001) was an Olympic track cyclist from Dannevirke, New Zealand, who participated in the 1956 Summer Olympic games. He competed in the 2 kilometre tandem event with his brother Warren Johnston, and was the flag-bearer for New Zealand.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Ritchie Johnston?
New Zealand racing cyclist (1931-2001)
When was Ritchie Johnston born?
Ritchie Johnston was born on 2 January 1931 in Dannevirke.
When did Ritchie Johnston die?
Ritchie Johnston died on 18 July 2001 in Hamilton.
What was Ritchie Johnston's occupation?
Ritchie Johnston was a sport cyclist.
What nationality was Ritchie Johnston?
Ritchie Johnston was New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ritchie Johnston. https://biography.guide/ritchie-johnston/
MLA: "Ritchie Johnston." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/ritchie-johnston/.
Chicago: "Ritchie Johnston." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/ritchie-johnston/.
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