Bolivia at the 1964 Summer Olympics

Bolivia at the 1964 Summer Olympics
IOC code	BOL
NOC	Bolivian Olympic Committee
in Tokyo
Competitors	1 in 1 sport
Flag bearer	Fernando Inchauste
Medals	Gold 0 Silver 0 Bronze 0 Total 0
Summer Olympics appearances (overview)
1936 1948–1960 1964 1968 1972 1976 1980 1984 1988 1992 1996 2000 2004 2008 2012 2016 2020 2024

Bolivia competed at the 1964 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Japan, which were held from 9 to 24 October 1984. The country's participation in Tokyo marked its second appearance at the Summer Olympics since its debut in 1936, and after a long hiatus between the two Games. The Bolivian athlete delegation consisted of one competitor, canoeist Fernando Inchauste.

Inchauste competed in the men's K-1 1000 metres event and placed sixth in the heats, advancing him to the repechage round. He placed third in the round and advanced to the semifinals, though did not compete. Thus, Bolivia has yet to win an Olympic medal.

Background

The 1964 Summer Olympics were held in Tokyo, Japan, from 10 to 24 October 1984. ^[1] This edition of the games marked Bolivia's second appearance at the Summer Olympics since its debut at the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin, Germany, and after a hiatus in between the two Summer Games. ^[2] The nation had never won a medal at the Olympic Games, with its best finish coming from swimmer Alberto Conrad who competed in the men's 100 metre freestyle, placed seventh in his heat, and did not advance further at the 1936 Summer Games. ^[3] Canoeist Fernando Inchauste was the sole athlete at the 1964 Summer Games. ^[2] Runners Alberto Garabito and Alejo Montano were entered to compete in the men's marathon though did not start in their event. ^[4]

Canoeing

Main article: Canoeing at the 1964 Summer Olympics

The canoeing events for the games were held at Lake Sagami. Inchauste competed in the heats of the men's K-1 1000 metres on 20 October. He recorded a time of 5:48.74 and was moved to the repechage rounds. At the repechage in the same day, he recorded a time of 6:07.70 and placed third, not advancing further. ^[5]

Canoeing summary

Athlete	Event	Heats		Repechage		Semifinals		Final
		Time	Rank	Time	Rank	Time	Rank	Time	Rank
Fernando Inchauste	Men's K-1 1000 m	5:48.74	6 QR	6:07.70	3	Did not advance

References

1. "Tokyo 1964 Summer Olympics". International Olympic Committee . Archived from the original on 21 April 2025. Retrieved 21 June 2025.
2. "Bolivia Overview". Olympedia . Archived from the original on 23 May 2025. Retrieved 21 June 2025.
3. "Bolivia at the 1936 Summer Olympics Overview". Olympedia . Archived from the original on 23 May 2025. Retrieved 21 June 2025.
4. "Bolivia at the 1964 Summer Olympics Overview". Olympedia . Archived from the original on 9 September 2024. Retrieved 21 June 2025.
5. "Kayak Singles, 1,000 metres, Men". Olympedia . Archived from the original on 23 June 2024. Retrieved 21 June 2025.