John Walker is one of New Zealand's track heroes. His athletic career was punctuated by memorable performances and noted for its longevity
John Walker
Personal details
Full Name:
John George Walker
Biography
Events In History
31 July 1976
Following in the footsteps of Jack Lovelock and Peter Snell, Walker won gold in the Olympic 1500 m. Black African nations boycotted the Games in protest at the All Blacks' tour of South Africa
12 August 1975
John Walker became history’s first sub-3:50 miler, running 3:49.4 at Gothenburg, Sweden.
Main image: John Walker in 1982
Runner John Walker after completing mile race around Queen's Park, Toronto on 18 September 1982.