Max GEBHARDT

While there were no German runners competing in the 5,000 metres 1936 in Berlin, there were three runners in the 10,000 metres, with Max Gebhardt placing a respectable seventh. Domestically he was German Champion over 5,000 metres in 1933 and runner-up over 10,000 metres in 1936. He was still active after World War II and became East German Champion at 5,000 metres in 1949 and in the 10,000 metres one year later. He also competed in marathons.

Personal Best: 10000 – 31:17.4 (1938).