George Weightman-Smith
George Collinson Weightman-Smith (31 October 1905 – April 1972) was a South African athlete who competed at the 1928 Summer Olympics. He finished 21st in the javelin throw and fifth in the 110 m hurdles, behind the teammate Sid Atkinson who won gold; he failed to complete his decathlon program.[1]
 Sid Atkinson and George Weightman-Smith (right) at the 1928 Olympics | |
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | 31 October 1905 Durban, Colony of Natal |
| Died | April 1972 (aged 66) |
| Height | 185 cm (6 ft 1 in) |
| Weight | 73 kg (161 lb) |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Athletics |
| Event(s) | 110 m hurdles, decathlon |
| Achievements and titles | |
| Personal best(s) | 110 mH – 14.6 (1928)[1][2] |
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