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Sven Hansson (March 16, 1912 – July 14, 1971) was a
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cross-country skier who competed in the 1930s. He won a bronze medal in the 4 × 10 km relay at the 1938 FIS Nordic World Ski Championships in
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. His best individual finish was fourth in the 18 km event at the 1937 FIS Nordic World Ski Championships. In 1936, he won
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Cross-country skiing results

All results are sourced from the International Ski Federation (FIS).


World Championships

*1 medal – (1 bronze)


References


External links

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Mention of Sven Hansson's birth and death
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