Ted Clayton

Born in Paddington, England in 1911 Ted Clayton later moved to South Africa where he had a successful career as a track cyclist. In 1934 Clayton returned to his place of birth to compete at the British Empire Games in London where he won three medals. He won silver in the 10 mile scratch, along with bronze in both the 1,000 yards sprint and the time trial. Two years later Clayton represented South Africa on the velodrome at the Berlin Olympics. After losing in his opening heat in the sprint, he then advanced to the second round via the repêchage, but then lost to the Swiss cyclist Werner Wägelin. Clayton also tied for 15th in the 1,000 metres time trial and competed in the road race.