Sven Daleflod

Sven Daleflod (born Eriksson, 5 September 1919 – April 2009) was a Swedish javelin thrower who won four consecutive Swedish titles in 1942-45. He competed at the 1946 European Championships and placed fifth. He qualified for the 1948 Olympics, but had to withdraw due to a chickenpox infection.[3]

Sven Daleflod
Personal information
Born5 December 1919[1]
Dala-Floda, Sweden
DiedApril 2009 (aged 89)
Height181 cm (5 ft 11 in)[1]
Weight82 kg (181 lb)[1]
Sport
SportAthletics
Event(s)Javelin throw
ClubDala-Floda IF
Achievements and titles
Personal best(s)73.93 m (1945)[2]

References

  1. In memoriam: Sven Daleflod. friidrott.se (17 April 2009)
  2. Sven Daleflod. trackfield.brinkster.net
  3. Sven Eriksson Daleflod 1919-2009. storagrabbar.se


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