Gaston Roelants
Gaston, Baron Roelants (born 5 February 1937), is a Belgian former elite steeplechaser and cross country runner. He won the 1962 European and 1964 Olympic titles in the 3000 m steeplechase and twice broke the world record.
Gaston Roelants in 1968 | |
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Belgian |
| Born | 5 February 1937 Opvelp, Belgium |
| Height | 1.74 m (5 ft 9 in) |
| Weight | 67 kg (148 lb) |
| Sport | |
| Country | Belgium |
| Sport | Athletics |
| Event(s) | Steeplechase, marathon |
| Club | DC Leuven |
| Retired | 1976 |
| Achievements and titles | |
| Personal best(s) | 3000 m Steeplechase – 8:26.4 (1965) marathon – 2:16:30 (1974) |
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