Frederick Lorz

Frederick Lorz (June 5, 1884 February 4, 1914) was an American long distance runner who won the 1905 Boston Marathon. Lorz is also known for his "finish" in the marathon at the 1904 Summer Olympics, where he did not cross the halfway mark of the race, and crossed the line to be hailed as the winner.

Fred Lorz
Lorz in 1904
Personal information
Full nameFrederick G. Lorz
BornJune 5, 1884
New York, New York, U.S.
DiedFebruary 4, 1914(1914-02-04) (aged 29)
Bronx, New York, U.S.
Sport
CountryUnited States
EventMarathon
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