About
Race walker from New Zealand who won a gold medal at the 1956 Olympics.
Before Fame
He wasn't an original selection for the 1956 Olympics but found his way into the 50 km walk competition, where he won his gold medal.
Trivia
He won a bronze medal at the 1966 Commonwealth Games.
Family Life
He was born in England but his family moved to New Zealand when he was under 10 years old.
Associated With
At the 1956 Olympics, Australian Betty Cuthbert won 3 gold medals in track events.
