About Sven Lundgren
Lived 1896 – 1960 (aged 63). Sven Lundgren was a Swedish athletics competitor.
Career Lundgren had his best results at the 1920 Olympic Games, when he won a bronze medal in the 3000 m team contest and finished fifth in the 1500 m. He failed to reach the finals in all other events. and returned for the 1921 AAA Championships, where he finished third behind Edgar Mountain in the 880 yards event.
In retirement Lundgren worked as warehouse manager in Stockholm.
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Who was Sven Lundgren?
Swedish long-distance runner
When was Sven Lundgren born?
Sven Lundgren was born on 29 September 1896 in Bromma, Stockholm.
When did Sven Lundgren die?
Sven Lundgren died on 18 June 1960 in Bromma.
What was Sven Lundgren's occupation?
Sven Lundgren was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was Sven Lundgren?
Sven Lundgren was Swedish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Sven Lundgren. https://biography.guide/sven-lundgren-athletics-competitor/
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