About Sydney Schofield
Lived 1883 – 1956 (aged 73). Sydney Schofield was a British athletics competitor.
Sidney Charles Apps Schofield (7 February 1883 – 24 March 1956) was a British racewalker who competed at the 1908 Summer Olympics.
Biography Schofield was part of the successful Surrey Walking Club that won the 20 miles team title at the Racewalking Association championships eight times between 1908 and 1924.
Schofield represented Great Britain at the 1908 Summer Olympics in London, where he competed in the 10 mile walk event finishing sixth in heat two and failing to progress to the final.
Schofield set a 25-mile walk British record during May 1911 that lasted for 44 years. After retiring from racing, he became a leading official and judge.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Sydney Schofield?
British racewalker
When was Sydney Schofield born?
Sydney Schofield was born on 7 February 1883 in Long Melford.
When did Sydney Schofield die?
Sydney Schofield died on 24 March 1956 in Orpington.
What was Sydney Schofield's occupation?
Sydney Schofield was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was Sydney Schofield?
Sydney Schofield was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Sidney Schofield (athlete)
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