Eddie Southern

United StatesUnited StatesRetired
Born
Jan 4, 1938 (88 years old)
Birthplace
Dallas, Texas (USA)
Height
1.85 m
Weight
81 kg

Eddie Southern is a United States hurdler, born on January 4, 1938 in Dallas, Texas (USA). Standing 1.85 m and weighing 81 kg, He competes primarily in the 400mH.

His personal bests include 50.26 in the 400mH. He has earned 1 silver medal in major international competitions.

1956 season best50.26Nov 23, 1956
Medals1Olympic Games: 1 silver
Last competitionThe XVI Olympic GamesNov 24, 1956 · 50.94
The XVI Olympic Games

As of Oct 30, 2026: 1956 season best 50.26 (Nov 23, 1956) · Last competition: The XVI Olympic Games, Nov 24, 1956, 50.94 · Olympic Games: 1 silver · 88 years old · Retired

Personal bests

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DisciplineResultAll-time
400mH195650.261,117 pts–

Medals

CompetitionsGoldSilverBronzeTotal
Olympic Games–1–1

Progression

Compare me
SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
1956400mH 50.26–Nov 23, 1956The XVI Olympic Games
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

1956 season best: 50.26, set on Nov 23, 1956. Last competition: The XVI Olympic Games on Nov 24, 1956, 50.94.

Eddie Southern has won 1 Olympic Games medal.