Angela Voigt

German long jumper Olympic medalist

Angela Voigt - German long jumper Olympic medalist
Born

May 18th, 1951
73 years ago

Died

April 10th, 2013
11 years ago — 61 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

Links & References

Competed in long jump, representing Germany. Secured a silver medal at the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. Achieved success in European competition, winning gold medals at the European Athletics Championships in 1982 and 1986. Established herself as one of the top long jumpers of her time through consistent performances and technical skill.

Silver medal at the 1984 Summer Olympics

Gold medal at the 1982 European Championships

Gold medal at the 1986 European Championships

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