Jan Carlsson (10 October 1930 – 16 January 1979) was a Swedish sprinter who won the national titles in the 100 m in 1954 and in the 200 m in 1953–55.[1] He placed fifth in these events at the 1954 European Athletics Championships, and held a Swedish record over 400 m.[2]

Jan Carlsson
Personal information
Born10 October 1930
Göteborg, Sweden
Died16 January 1979 (aged 48)
Göteborg, Sweden
Sport
SportAthletics
EventSprint
ClubIFK Göteborg
Achievements and titles
Personal best(s)100 m – 10.6 (1954)
200 m – 21.2 (1956)
400 m – 48.5[1][2]

References

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  1. ^ a b Jan Carlsson 1930–1979. storagrabbar.se
  2. ^ a b Jan Carlsson. trackfield.brinkster.net