Glenn Cunningham

Born
Aug 4, 1909
Birthplace
Atlanta, Kansas (USA)
Height
1.78 m
Weight
70 kg

Glenn Cunningham is a United States middle-distance runner, born on August 4, 1909 in Atlanta, Kansas (USA). Standing 1.78 m and weighing 70 kg, He competes primarily in the 1500m.

His personal bests include 3:48.4h in the 1500m. He has earned 1 silver medal in major international competitions.

1936 season best3:48.4hAug 6, 1936
Medals1Olympic Games: 1 silver
Last competitionThe XI Olympic GamesAug 6, 1936 · 3:48.4h

As of Nov 14, 2026: 1936 season best 3:48.4h (Aug 6, 1936) · Last competition: The XI Olympic Games, Aug 6, 1936, 3:48.4h · Olympic Games: 1 silver · 117 years old · Retired

DisciplineResultAll-time

Medals

CompetitionsGoldSilverBronzeTotal
Olympic Games–1–1

Progression

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
19361500m 3:48.4h–Aug 6, 1936The XI Olympic Games
19321500m 3:53.4h–Aug 4, 1932The X Olympic Games
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

1936 season best: 3:48.4h, set on Aug 6, 1936. Last competition: The XI Olympic Games on Aug 6, 1936, 3:48.4h.

Glenn Cunningham has won 1 Olympic Games medal.