Don Schollander
Swimmer; 4-time Olympic gold medalist
Born
April 30th, 1946
79 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Born in 1946, a prominent swimmer represented the United States in the 1964 and 1968 Olympic Games. Achieved significant success in freestyle events, particularly in the 200-meter and 400-meter disciplines. Competed primarily for the University of California, Berkeley, and earned a reputation for exceptional performance in both individual and team events. Set numerous world records during the competitive career, and his contributions to the sport helped elevate the profile of swimming in American athletics.
Won four gold medals at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics
Set world records in multiple freestyle events
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