Gunnar Höckert

Gunnar Mikael Höckert (12 February 1910 11 February 1940) was a Finnish runner, winner of the 5000 m race at the 1936 Summer Olympics.

Gunnar Höckert
Gunnar Höckert at the 1936 Olympics
Personal information
Born12 February 1910
Helsinki, Finland
Died11 February 1940 (aged 29)
Karelian Isthmus, Finland
Height1.78 m (5 ft 10 in)
Weight67–69 kg (148–152 lb)
Sport
SportAthletics
Event(s)1500 m, 5000 m, steeplechase
ClubIdrottsklubben 32, Helsinki
Achievements and titles
Personal best(s)1500 – 3:55.2 (1936)
3000 mS – 9:26.8 (1935)
5000 m – 14:22.2 (1936)
Medal record
Representing  Finland
Olympic Games
1936 Berlin5000 m
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