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John Disley

Welsh steeplechaser · United Kingdom · On the map · Athletes · Lived 1928 to 2016 · aged 87

John Ivor Disley CBE was a Welsh athlete. He competed mainly in the 3000 metres steeplechase before co-founding the London Marathon and becoming active in sports promotion and administration.

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Commander of the Order of the British Empire

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Country
United Kingdom
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1928 to 2016 · aged 87