Armin Kogler

Austrian ski jumper, Olympic champion

Armin Kogler - Austrian ski jumper, Olympic champion
Born

September 4th, 1959
65 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Austria

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An accomplished ski jumper from Austria, achieved significant success in the 1980s and 1990s. Secured a gold medal in the normal hill event at the 1984 Sarajevo Winter Olympics. Dominated the Ski Jumping World Cup, winning the overall title in 1985 and 1986. Competed in various international competitions, establishing a reputation as one of the top athletes in the sport during that era.

Won gold at the 1984 Sarajevo Olympics

Claimed overall Ski Jumping World Cup titles in 1985 and 1986

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