Dezső Gyarmati
Hungarian water polo player and coach
Born
October 23rd, 1927
97 years ago
Died
2013
12 years ago — 86 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Hungary
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A prominent figure in water polo, achieved significant success as both a player and coach. Competed in multiple Olympic Games, earning three gold medals and one silver medal. Transitioned to coaching and led teams to various national and international honors, contributing to the development of the sport in Hungary.
Won three gold medals at the Olympics: 1952, 1956, 1964
Coached Hungary's water polo team to multiple championships
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