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Arne Johansen
Full name: Arne Leif Johansen
Gender: Male
Born: April 3, 1927 in Oslo, Oslo, Norway
Affiliations: Aktiv SK, Oslo (NOR)
Country: 
Norway
Sport: Speed Skating
Medals: 1 Bronze (1 Total)
Biography
Arne Johansen was a sprint specialist, and never managed to qualify for international allround tournaments. His only international championship was the 1952 Olympics in front of a home crowd, and Johansen tied for the bronze medal in the 500 m with Canadian Gordon Audley. Johansen did appear several times in Norwegian championships, winning the 500 m in 1951, and placing second in 1953. He retired following the 1954 season. Personal Bests: 500 – 42.6 (1954); 1500 – 2:20.1 (1954); 5000 – 8:50.3 (1952); 10000 – 18:30.9 (1954). |
Results
| Games | Age | City | Sport | Event | Team | NOC | Rank | Medal | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 Winter | 24 | Oslo | Speed Skating | Men's 500 metres | Norway | NOR | 3T | Bronze |
Men's 500 metres
| Games | Age | City | Sport | Country | Phase | Unit | Rank | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 Winter | 24 | Oslo | Speed Skating | Norway | Final Standings | 3T | 44.0 |
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