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January 12, 1952
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John George Walker
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is a former middle-distance runner from New Zealand who won the gold medal in the men's 1500 m event at the 1976 Olympics.
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Sir John George Walker
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John Walker (born 12th January 1952) is a former middle-distance runner from New Zealand . Born John George Walker in Papakura District, New Zealand , he holds New Zealand nationality . Walker attended Manurewa High School and is best known for winning the gold medal in the men's 1500 m event at the 1976 Olympics .
Walker's official name is Sir John George Walker . Throughout his career, he received various awards, including Men's Track & Field Athlete of the Year 1975 , Lonsdale Cup of the New Zealand Olympic Committee 1975 , Olympic Games Gold medal for the first place in 1976 Montreal 1500 meters event , and Commonwealth Games Silver medal for the second place in 1974 Christchurch 1500 meters event .
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