Tommy Thomson

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Born
Feb 15, 1895
Birthplace
Birch Hills, Saskatchewan (CAN)
Height
1.88 m
Weight
86 kg

Tommy Thomson is a Canada hurdler, born on February 15, 1895 in Birch Hills, Saskatchewan (CAN). Standing 1.88 m and weighing 86 kg, He competes primarily in the 110mH.

His personal bests include 14.8 in the 110mH. He has earned 1 gold medal in major international competitions.

1920 season best14.8Aug 18, 1920
Medals1Olympic Games: 1 gold
World record14.8110 m hurdles
World record
Last competitionThe VII Olympic Games, AntwerpAug 18, 1920 · 14.8
The VII Olympic Games, Antwerp

As of Oct 30, 2026: 1920 season best 14.8 (Aug 18, 1920) · Last competition: The VII Olympic Games, Antwerp, Aug 18, 1920, 14.8 · Olympic Games: 1 gold · World record (110 m hurdles) · 131 years old · Retired

Personal bests

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DisciplineResultAll-time
110mH192014.8926 pts–

Medals

CompetitionsGoldSilverBronzeTotal
Olympic Games1––1

Progression

Compare me
SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
1920110mH 14.8–Aug 18, 1920The VII Olympic Games, Antwerp
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

1920 season best: 14.8, set on Aug 18, 1920. Last competition: The VII Olympic Games, Antwerp on Aug 18, 1920, 14.8.

Tommy Thomson has won 1 Olympic Games medal.

Yes, Tommy Thomson holds the 110 m hurdles world record with 14.8.