Andrzej Badeński
Polish-German sprinter, Olympic competitor
Born
April 10th, 1943
82 years ago
Died
2008
17 years ago — 65 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Poland
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Born in 1943, Badeński excelled as a sprinter representing both Poland and Germany. Competed in the 400 meters and 4x400 meter relay events. Participated in the 1968 and 1972 Summer Olympics. Achieved significant success in European competitions, contributing to both national teams. His athletic career spanned over a decade, showcasing remarkable speed and endurance on the track.
Competed in the 1968 Summer Olympics
Competed in the 1972 Summer Olympics
Won multiple national championships
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