About William Whyte
Lived 1903 – 1964 (aged 61). William Whyte was an Australian middle-distance runner.
William Miller Whyte nicknamed Tickle (16 August 1903 – November 1964) was an Australian athlete who competed in the 1928 Summer Olympics.
Career Whyte finished third behind Cyril Ellis in the 1 mile event at the British 1928 AAA Championships. Shortly afterwards he represented Australia at the 1928 Olympic Games in Amsterdam, Netherlands, where he finished ninth the 1500 metres event. In the 800 metre competition he was eliminated in the first round.
At the 1930 British Empire Games he won the silver medal in the 1 mile contest. He also participated in the 880 yards event.
He married Alma in November 1927, and they had one daughter, Fay Delores, born in 1928.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William Whyte?
Australian middle-distance runner
When was William Whyte born?
William Whyte was born on 16 August 1903 in Melbourne.
When did William Whyte die?
William Whyte died on 1 November 1964.
What was William Whyte's occupation?
William Whyte was a middle-distance runner.
What nationality was William Whyte?
William Whyte was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Whyte (runner)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Whyte. https://biography.guide/william-whyte-middle-distance-runner/
MLA: "William Whyte." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-whyte-middle-distance-runner/.
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