Aleksandar Šoštar
Serbian water polo player and Olympian
Competed in water polo at a high level and secured a prominent place in the sport's history. Played for the Yugoslav national team, contributing to their success in international competitions. Won a gold medal at the 1984 Summer Olympics held in Los Angeles, cementing a legacy in Olympic water polo. Had a distinguished club career with Partizan, competing in and winning various national and European titles.
Won a gold medal at the 1984 Summer Olympics
Competed for Partizan in the European competitions
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