About Rolf Hansen
Lived 1906 – 1980 (aged 73). Rolf Hansen was a Norwegian athletics competitor.
Rolf Hansen (9 October 1906 – 9 May 1980) was a Norwegian long-distance runner who specialized in the 5000 metres.
At the 1936 Summer Olympics he finished ninth in the 5000 metres final in 14:48.0 minutes. This was his career best time. He became Norwegian 5000 metres champion in 1935 and 1936, and 10,000 metres champion in 1936. In the 5000 metres he also won the bronze in 1933 and silver in 1937. He represented the club TIL National. His personal best in the 10,000 metres was 31:22.8 minutes (1936), and his 3000 metres best was 8:35.4 minutes (1935).
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Rolf Hansen?
Norwegian long-distance runner (1906-1980)
When was Rolf Hansen born?
Rolf Hansen was born on 9 October 1906 in Sarpsborg.
When did Rolf Hansen die?
Rolf Hansen died on 29 May 1980 in Sarpsborg.
What was Rolf Hansen's occupation?
Rolf Hansen was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was Rolf Hansen?
Rolf Hansen was Norwegian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Rolf Hansen (athlete)
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