John Landy

(1930–2022) Athletics Competitor Australia

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John Landy was an athletics competitor from Australia, best known for Close to nature.

Quick Facts About John Landy

Born: April 12, 1930
Died: February 24, 2022
Nationality: Australia
Profession: Athletics Competitor
Notable works: Close to nature

About John Landy

John Michael Landy was an Australian middle-distance runner and state governor. He was the second man to break the four-minute mile barrier in the mile run and held the world records for the 1500-metre run and the mile race. He was also the 26th Governor of Victoria from 2001 to 2006.

Awards & Honors

Australian Sports Medal Centenary Medal Australian National Living Treasure Companion of the Order of Australia Commander of the Royal Victorian Order Member of the Order of the British Empire Athletics Australia Hall of Fame Fellow of the Australian Academy of Technology and Engineering