John Savidge
Biographical information
| Roles | Competed in Olympic Games |
|---|---|
| Sex | Male |
| Full name | John Andrew•Savidge |
| Used name | John•Savidge |
| Born | 18 December 1924 in Nottingham, England (GBR) |
| Died | 26 December 1979 in Chester, England (GBR) |
| Measurements | 200 cm / 105 kg |
| Affiliations | L.A.C., London (GBR) |
| NOC |  Great Britain |
Biography
John Savidge had the following podium finishes at major championships: 1st in the 1954 British Empire and Commonwealth Games Shot Put. In in the 1954 British Empire and Commonwealth Games he also finished ninth in the discus throw as well as in the hammer throw. In the British Empire and Commonwealth Games he competed for England.
Personal Best: SP – 16.83 (1954).
Results
| Games | Discipline (Sport) / Event | NOC / Team | Pos | Medal | As | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 Summer Olympics | Athletics | GBR |
John Savidge | |||
| Shot Put, Men (Olympic) | 6 |
Special Notes
- Listed in Olympians Who Won a Medal at the British Empire/Commonwealth Games (1–0–0 1954 Vancouver ATH gold: shot put (competed for England))