Richard Sheldon (July 9, 1878 in Rutland, Vermont – January 23, 1935 in New York, was the winner of the gold medal in the men's shot put at the

1900 Summer Olympics The 1900 Summer Olympics (), today officially known as the Games of the II Olympiad () and also known as Paris 1900, were an international multi-sport event that took place in Paris, France, from 14 May to 28 October 1900. No opening or closin ...

held in Paris, France.

Biography

Sheldon finished second in the shot put and third in the hammer throw at the 1897 AAA Championships. He then won the shot put title at the British 1900 AAA Championships. Shortly afterwards at the 1900 Summer Olympics, Sheldon won the shot put event with a throw of 14.10 m. He also won a bronze medal in the discus throw. Sheldon's brother

Lewis Sheldon Lewis Pendleton Sheldon (June 9, 1874 in Rutland, Vermont – February 20, 1960 in Biarritz) was an American track and field athlete who competed in jumping events in the late 19th century and early 20th century. He participated in Athletic ...

competed at the same Olympics, winning two bronze medals in jumping events.

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