Dezső Lauber
Hungarian golfer and architect
Born
1879
146 years ago
Died
September 5th, 1966
58 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Hungary
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A prominent golfer, tennis player, and architect from Hungary. Contributed to the architecture field while also being active in sports. Played at a high level in both golf and tennis. Participated in various competitions throughout the career, showcasing athletic prowess along with a commitment to design and architecture.
Competed in golf tournaments across Europe
Played tennis in national competitions
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