Brian Shenton

Born
Mar 15, 1927
Events
200 m

Brian Shenton is a United Kingdom sprinter, born on March 15, 1927. He competes primarily in the 200m and 4x100m.

His personal bests include 21.3h in the 200m and 40.6h in the 4x100m. He has earned 1 gold and 1 silver medals in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing United Kingdom.

Personal best · 200 m21.3h
1956 season best21.7hNov 26, 1956

As of Nov 14, 2026: 200 m 21.3h, 1956 season best 21.7h (Nov 26, 1956) · 99 years old

DisciplineResultAll-time
200mBern 1954United Kingdom 200 m all-time list21.3h1,024 pts–
4x100mHelsinki 1952United Kingdom 4 × 100 m all-time list40.6h–

Progression

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
1956200m 21.7h–Nov 26, 1956–
19564x100m 40.6h–Dec 1, 1956–
1954200m 21.3h+0.1Aug 29, 1954Bern European Championships
19544x100m 40.8h–Aug 29, 1954Bern European Championships
1952200m 21.9h–Jul 22, 1952–
19524x100m 40.6h–Jul 27, 1952–
1950200m 21.5h+0.6Aug 26, 1950Bruxelles European Championships
19504x100m 41.9h–Aug 27, 1950Bruxelles European Championships

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Brian Shenton
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Brian Shenton's 200 m personal best is 21.3h, set on Aug 29, 1954 in Stadion Wankdorf, Bern (SUI).

Brian Shenton competes in the 200 m.

1956 season best: 21.7h, set on Nov 26, 1956.