Friedrich Prehn
Biographical information
| Roles | Competed in Olympic Games |
|---|---|
| Sex | Male |
| Full name | Johann August Friedrich•Prehn |
| Used name | Friedrich•Prehn |
| Born | 29 March 1901 in Hamburg, Hamburg (GER) |
| Died | 2 January 1985 in Hamburg, Hamburg (GER) |
| Measurements | 164 cm / 60 kg |
| Affiliations | Dresdner SC, Dresden (GER) |
| NOC |  Germany |
Biography
Race walker Friedrich Prehn participated in the 1936 Berlin Olympics in the 50 km but was disqualified after 42.5 km. In 1937, 1939 and 1949 he won German titles over this distance, adding five more national podiums. His sons Friedrich, Jr. and Karl-Heinz Prehn both became nationally successful race walkers.
Personal Best: 50kmW – 4-34:22 (1937).
Results
| Games | Discipline (Sport) / Event | NOC / Team | Pos | Medal | As | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 Summer Olympics | Athletics | GER |
Friedrich Prehn | |||
| 50 kilometres Race Walk, Men (Olympic) |