Tom Courtney

United StatesUnited StatesRetired
Born
Aug 17, 1933
Birthplace
Newark, New Jersey (USA)
Height
1.88 m
Weight
81 kg

Tom Courtney is a United States middle-distance runner, born on August 17, 1933 in Newark, New Jersey (USA). Standing 1.88 m and weighing 81 kg, He competes primarily in the 800m.

His personal bests include 1:47.75 in the 800m. He has earned 2 gold medals in major international competitions.

1956 season best1:47.75Nov 26, 1956
Medals2Olympic Games: 2 gold
Last competitionThe XVI Olympic GamesDec 1, 1956 · 3:04.81
The XVI Olympic Games

As of Oct 30, 2026: 1956 season best 1:47.75 (Nov 26, 1956) · Last competition: The XVI Olympic Games, Dec 1, 1956, 3:04.81 · Olympic Games: 2 gold · 93 years old · Retired

Personal bests

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DisciplineResultAll-time
800m19561:47.751,091 pts–

Medals

CompetitionsGoldSilverBronzeTotal
Olympic Games2––2

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
1956800m 1:47.75–Nov 26, 1956The XVI Olympic Games
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

1956 season best: 1:47.75, set on Nov 26, 1956. Last competition: The XVI Olympic Games on Dec 1, 1956, 3:04.81.

Tom Courtney has won 2 Olympic Games medals.