Takayoshi Yoshioka
Japanese sprinter, coach
About Takayoshi Yoshioka
Lived 1909 – 1984 (aged 74). Takayoshi Yoshioka was a Japanese sprinter, athletics competitor and track and field coach.
was a Japanese sprinter who in 1935 jointly held the 100 m world record at 10.3 seconds. Four other men had clocked 10.3 s in 1935 or earlier, and Takayoshi was the only Asian person among them. He competed in various sprint events at the 1932 and 1936 Olympics and finished sixth in the 100 m in 1932.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Takayoshi Yoshioka?
Japanese sprinter, coach (1909-1984)
When was Takayoshi Yoshioka born?
Takayoshi Yoshioka was born on 20 June 1909 in Nishihama.
When did Takayoshi Yoshioka die?
Takayoshi Yoshioka died on 5 May 1984 in Fuchū.
What was Takayoshi Yoshioka's occupation?
Takayoshi Yoshioka was a sprinter, athletics competitor and track and field coach.
What nationality was Takayoshi Yoshioka?
Takayoshi Yoshioka was Japanese.
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· Wikipedia: Takayoshi Yoshioka
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