Dimitrios Chondrokoukis
Greek high jumper and Olympic athlete
Born
January 26th, 1988
37 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Greece
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Competed in high jumping at an international level. Participated in the 2012 Summer Olympics representing Greece. Achieved a personal best jump of 2.31 meters in 2011, qualifying for major competitions. Also secured medals in various European championships throughout the career.
Competed at the 2012 Summer Olympics
Achieved a personal best of 2.31 meters
Won medals at European Championships
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