John Eke, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

John Eke

Swedish long-distance runner

Date of Birth: 12-Mar-1886

Place of Birth: Högby, Kalmar County, Sweden

Date of Death: 11-Jun-1964

Profession: athletics competitor

Nationality: Sweden

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

John Wicktor Eke (12 March 1886 – 11 June 1964) was a Swedish long-distance runner who competed at the 1912 Stockholm Olympics.
He won a bronze medal in the individual cross country and a gold in the team cross country event.
Eke also progressed to the 10000 m final, but decided to withdraw.After his 1912 Olympic victory, Eke moved to New York City, where he competed for the Irish American Athletic Club.