Harry Sewell
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | British (English) |
| Born | 8 October 1882 Ilkeston, England |
| Died | 15 September 1953 (aged 70) Ilkeston, England |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Athletics |
| Event | steeplechase |
| Club | Derby & County AC |
Henry Sewell (October 8, 1882 – September 15, 1953) was a British athlete who competed at the 1908 Summer Olympics.[1]
Biography
Sewell was regarded as one of the best all-rounders in England during the first decade of the 20th century, he was s successful sprinter, middle distance and long distance runner.[2]
Sewell represented Great Britain at the 1908 Summer Olympics in London.[3] In the 3,200 metres steeplechase event first round, Sewell ran a tight race with James Lightbody of the United States, a former Olympic steeplechase champion. Near the end, Sewell pulled away and won by about ten yards. This qualified him for the final, in which he placed fifth.[2]
Sewell was a member of the Derby & County Athletic Club, where he became captain and later president. He was the club 10-mile champion four times.[2]
After athletics, Sewell was a building contractor in Ilkeston and in 1932 was elected as a local councilor.[2]
References
- ^ "Olympic Games, Britain's team of athletes". Liverpool Daily Post. 12 June 1908. Retrieved 10 April 2025 – via British Newspaper Archive.
- ^ a b c d "Harry Sewell". Olympedia. Retrieved 11 April 2025.
- ^ "The Olympic Games, British Representatives". The Sportsman. 12 June 1908. Retrieved 11 April 2025 – via British Newspaper Archive.
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