Joe Birrell

Joe Birrell (born 11 March 1930) is a British hurdler. He competed in the men's 110 metres hurdles at the 1948 Summer Olympics.[1]

Joe Birrell
Personal information
NationalityBritish
Born (1930-03-11) 11 March 1930
Cockermouth, England
Sport
SportTrack and field
Event110 metres hurdles

Early life

He took part in the Olympics when aged 18. He completed his national service in the army until 1950. He went to Loughborough College in September 1950.[2]

References

  1. Evans, Hilary; Gjerde, Arild; Heijmans, Jeroen; Mallon, Bill; et al. "Joe Birrell Olympic Results". Olympics at Sports-Reference.com. Sports Reference LLC. Archived from the original on 18 April 2020. Retrieved 16 September 2017.
  2. The People Sunday 4 June 1950, page 8]
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