Edgar Nakladal (born 6 July 1961) was a professional sprinter representing West Germany. At the inaugural IAAF World Championships in Athletics in 1983, he won the silver medal in the 4x400m by virtue of running for his team in the preliminary rounds. Though he didn't run in the final at Worlds, he did run in the final and win the 4x400m at the 1982 European Championships in Athletics and the 1979 European Junior Championships in Athletics.[1]

Edgar Nakladal
Personal information
Born (1961-07-06) July 6, 1961 (age 63)
Achievements and titles
National finals
Medal record
Men's athletics
Representing  West Germany
IAAF World Championships in Athletics
Silver medal – second place 1983 Helsinki 4x400 m

His personal best in the 400m was 45.97 seconds, which he set in Bremen, Germany on June 24, 1983.[1] At the 1983 Worlds, he became one of the first athletes ever to be substituted out of a final and still receive a medal.[2]

Major international competitions

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Year Competition Venue Position Event Notes
1982 European Athletics Championships Athina, Greece 6th (Heat 3, Heats) 400m 47.30

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References

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  1. ^ a b c Edgar Nakladal at Tilastopaja (registration required)
  2. ^ "Question about Olympic relays - Page 2".