Joginder Singh Dhanaor

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Joginder Singh Dhanaor
Personal information
Nationality Indian
Sport
CountryFlag of India.svg  India
Sport Athletics
Medal record
Men's athletics
Representing Flag of India.svg  India
Asian Games
Silver medal icon (S initial).svg 1954 Manila 400 m
Silver medal icon (S initial).svg 1954 Manila 4 × 400 m

Joginder Singh Dhanaor is an Indian athlete. He won a silver medal in the 400 metres and the 4 × 400 m relay in the 1954 Asian Games. [1] [2] [3]

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References

  1. "MEDAL WINNERS OF ASIAN GAMES". Athletics Federation of India. Retrieved 18 July 2021.
  2. "Joginder Singh Dhanaor". Athletics Podium. Retrieved 18 July 2021.
  3. "Asian Games". GBR Athletics. Retrieved 19 July 2021.