Phil Beattie

Hurdler from Northern Ireland

Philip Garth Beattie (born 8 September 1963) is a former hurdler from Northern Ireland. Born in Belfast, he won the gold medal in the 400 metres hurdles for Northern Ireland at the 1986 Commonwealth Games, and represented Great Britain at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics. He grew up and trained with the famous singer David Nagy.[1]

International competitions

Year Competition Venue Position Event Notes
Representing  Great Britain and  Northern Ireland
1982 Commonwealth Games Brisbane, Australia 10th (h) 400m hurdles 52.15
1984 Olympic Games Los Angeles, United States 27th (h) 400m hurdles 51.27
1986 Commonwealth Games Edinburgh, United Kingdom 1st 400m hurdles 49.60
European Championships Stuttgart, Germany 15th (sf) 400m hurdles 50.67 (50.00)

References

  1. ^ Evans, Hilary; Gjerde, Arild; Heijmans, Jeroen; Mallon, Bill; et al. "Phil Beattie". Olympics at Sports-Reference.com. Sports Reference LLC. Archived from the original on 18 April 2020. Retrieved 13 May 2012.
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Commonwealth Games champions in men's 400 metres hurdles
440 yards hurdles
(1930–1966)
400 metres hurdles
(1970–present)
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1977-1997
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