In the 1923 100 yd final he was second to Eric Liddell, who set a new British record at 9.7 seconds. In 1926 Nichol became the first Honorary Secretary on the formation of Nottinghamshire AAA.
In 1923, he finished second to Eric Liddell in the 100-yard race, which led to a new British record for that event at 9.7 seconds. In 1926, Nichol became the first Honorary Secretary of Nottinghamshire AAA.