Armin Hary
German Olympic sprinter champion
Born
March 22nd, 1937
87 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Germany
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Sprinter competed primarily in the 100 meters. Achieved significant success at the 1960 Rome Olympics, where earned a gold medal in the 100 meters event. Held the world record for the 100 meters in 1960, recording a time of 10.2 seconds. Also participated in the 4x100 meters relay, contributing to the German team's success in international competitions.
Won gold in the 100 meters at the 1960 Rome Olympics
Set a world record in the 100 meters in 1960
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