George Young
Biographical information
| Roles | Competed in Olympic Games |
|---|---|
| Sex | Male |
| Full name | George William•Young |
| Used name | George•Young |
| Born | 19 April 1885 in Fulham, England (GBR) |
| Died | 2 June 1952 (aged 67 years 1 month 13 days) in Adelaide, South Australia (AUS) |
| Affiliations | Bellahouston Harriers, Glasgow (GBR) |
| NOC |  Great Britain |
Biography
Although he never won a Scottish title, George Young placed second at 440 y (1909) and third 220 y (1909) and 440 y (1908). In 1909 he also finished second at 440 y in the Scotland vs. Ireland match. After winning his 400 heat at the 1908 Olympics, he placed last in his semi. During World War I, he won the MC serving as a lieutenant with the Australian Division.
Personal Bests: 400 – 52.4 (1908); 440y – 52.1e (1909).
Results
| Games | Discipline (Sport) / Event | NOC / Team | Pos | Medal | As | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1908 Summer Olympics | Athletics | GBR |
George Young | |||
| 400 metres, Men (Olympic) | 4 h1 r2/3 |