Arnolds Krūkliņš
Biographical information
| Roles | Competed in Olympic Games |
|---|---|
| Sex | Male |
| Full name | Arefijs "Arnolds"•Krūkliņš |
| Used name | Arnolds•Krūkliņš |
| Born | 19 February 1914 in Suntažu, Ogres novads (LAT) |
| Died | 31 January 1994 (aged 79 years 11 months 12 days) in Rīga, Rīga (LAT) |
| Affiliations | LAS |
| NOC |  Latvia |
Biography
During the 1930s and 1940s Arnolds Krūkliņš was one of the best competitive racewalkers in Latvia, winning multiple titles and setting several records. At the Latvian championships Krūkliņš won six titles with victory in the 50km (1935), 10km (1941, 1948), 30km (1945, 1948), and 5km (1949). He also won multiple USSR titles including 10km (1945–46), 20km (1945–46), and 50km (1948). Krūkliņš was selected to compete in the 50 kilometres race walk at the 1936 Berlin Olympics but ended up being disqualified during the event.
Personal Best: 50kmW – 4-37:08 (1951).
Results
| Games | Discipline (Sport) / Event | NOC / Team | Pos | Medal | As | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 Summer Olympics | Athletics | LAT |
Arnolds Krūkliņš | |||
| 50 kilometres Race Walk, Men (Olympic) |