Douglas Lowe

Born
Aug 7, 1902
Birthplace
Manchester, England (GBR)
Height
1.83 m
Weight
70 kg

Douglas Lowe is a United Kingdom middle-distance runner, born on August 7, 1902 in Manchester, England (GBR). Standing 1.83 m and weighing 70 kg, He competes primarily in the 800m and 1500m.

His personal bests include 1:51.8 in the 800m and 3:57.0 in the 1500m. He has earned 2 gold medals in major international competitions.

1928 season best1:51.8Jul 31, 1928
Medals2Olympic Games: 2 gold
Last competitionThe IX Olympic GamesAug 5, 1928 · 3:16.4h

As of Oct 31, 2026: 1928 season best 1:51.8 (Jul 31, 1928) · Last competition: The IX Olympic Games, Aug 5, 1928, 3:16.4h · Olympic Games: 2 gold · 124 years old · Retired

DisciplineResultAll-time
800m19281:51.8976 pts–
1500m19243:57.0891 pts–

Medals

CompetitionsGoldSilverBronzeTotal
Olympic Games2––2

Progression

Compare me
SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
1928800m 1:51.8–Jul 31, 1928The IX Olympic Games
1924800m 1:52.4–Jul 8, 1924The VIII Olympic Games
19241500m 3:57.0–Jul 10, 1924The VIII Olympic Games
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

1928 season best: 1:51.8, set on Jul 31, 1928. Last competition: The IX Olympic Games on Aug 5, 1928, 3:16.4h.

Douglas Lowe has won 2 Olympic Games medals.