Eric Liddell

Rugby player and Olympic runner

Eric Liddell - Rugby player and Olympic runner
Born

January 16th, 1902
123 years ago

Died

February 21st, 1945
80 years ago — 43 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Scotland

Links & References

A Scottish athlete excelled in both rugby and athletics. Achieved significant success with the Scotland national rugby team, earning multiple caps. Gained international fame as a runner, competing in the 1924 Paris Olympics. Won the gold medal in the 400 meters and the bronze in the 200 meters. Demonstrated strong principles by refusing to run in the 100-meter race due to a religious observance, which was widely recognized and respected.

Competed in the 1924 Paris Olympics

Won the gold medal in the 400 meters

Earned multiple caps with the Scotland rugby team

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