Richard Sheldon (athlete)
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Representing the  United States
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1900 Paris | Shot Put |
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1900 Paris | Discus |
Richard "Dick" Sheldon (July 9, 1878 – January 23, 1935) was the winner of the gold medal in the men's shot put at the 1900 Summer Olympics held in Paris, France. Sheldon, an American, won with a throw of 14.10 m. He also won a bronze medal in the discus throw. Sheldon's brother Lewis competed at the same Olympics, winning two bronze medals in jumping events.
References
- About.com
- Dick Sheldon at Olympics at Sports-Reference.com (archived)
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