John Lindgren Explained

John Lindgren
Birth Date:8 November 1899
Birth Place:Hedlunda, Sweden
Death Date:30 January 1990 (aged 90)
Death Place:Lycksele, Sweden
Height:170 cm
Sport:Cross-country skiing
Club:Lycksele IF
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John Halvar Theofron Lindgren (8 November 1899 – 30 January 1990) was a Swedish cross-country skier who won the 1927 world titles in the 18 km and 50 km events. He finished eighth in the 50 km race at the 1932 Winter Olympics. His younger brother Ivan was also an Olympic cross-country skier.

Cross-country skiing results

All results are sourced from the International Ski Federation (FIS).[1]

World Championships

 Year   Age  17 km  18 km  50 km 
27 Gold Gold
29 7

Notes and References

  1. Web site: LINDGREN John . . FIS-Ski . International Ski Federation . 13 January 2020.