Alfréd Hajós

Hungarian swimmer and architect

Alfréd Hajós - Hungarian swimmer and architect
Born

February 1st, 1878
147 years ago

Died

1955
70 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Hungary

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Swimmer and architect contributed significantly to both fields. In swimming, achieved success as the first Olympic champion in swimming, winning two gold medals at the 1896 Summer Olympics in Athens. As an architect, designed notable buildings including the Grand Hotel Aranybika, showcasing a blend of historic and modern architectural styles. Hajós's dual career exemplified excellence in both sports and architectural design.

First Olympic champion in swimming

Designed the Grand Hotel Aranybika

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