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Gunnar NIELSEN
- Born
- Mar 25, 1928
Gunnar NIELSEN is a Denmark middle-distance runner, born on March 25, 1928. He competes primarily in the 800m, 1500m and Mile.
His personal bests include 1:47.5h in the 800m, 3:40.8h in the 1500m, 3:59.1h in the Mile and 2:21.8h in the 1000m. He has earned 1 silver medal in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Denmark.
1956 season best1:51.27Nov 23, 1956
Last competitionThe XVI Olympic GamesDec 1, 1956 · 3:45.58
As of Oct 28, 2026: 1956 season best 1:51.27 (Nov 23, 1956) · Last competition: The XVI Olympic Games, Dec 1, 1956, 3:45.58 · 98 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | 800m | 1:51.27 | – | Nov 23, 1956 | The XVI Olympic Games |
| 1956 | 1500m | 3:45.58 | – | Dec 1, 1956 | The XVI Olympic Games |
| 1952 | 800m | 1:49.84 | – | Jul 22, 1952 | The XV Olympic Games |