Ernst Hoppenberg

German swimmer and water polo player

Ernst Hoppenberg - Athletes & Sports Figures born July 26th, 1878
Born
Died

1937
89 years ago — 59 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Competed in swimming and water polo during the early 20th century. Represented Germany in multiple competitions, including the 1900 Summer Olympics. Focused on both individual swimming events and team-based water polo.

Competed in the 1900 Summer Olympics

Played for the German national water polo team

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