Erik Pettersson

Biographical information

RolesCompeted in Olympic Games
SexMale
Full nameErik Albert•Pettersson
Used nameErik•Pettersson
Nick/petnamesStarka Pelle
Born18 May 1890 in Nyköping, Södermanland (SWE)
Died4 April 1975 in Stockholm, Stockholm (SWE)
AffiliationsEskilstuna GAK, Eskilstuna (SWE)
NOC Sweden
Medals OG
Gold 0
Silver 0
Bronze 1
Total 1

Biography

Erik Pettersson had the following podium finishes at major championships: 3rd in the 1920 Olympics Light-Heavyweight class (267.5 kg).

Results

Games Discipline (Sport) / Event NOC / Team Pos Medal As
1920 Summer Olympics Weightlifting SWE Erik Pettersson
Light-Heavyweight, Men (Olympic) 3 Bronze