Franz Aigner

Austrian weightlifter, Olympic Champion

Franz Aigner - Austrian weightlifter, Olympic Champion
Born

January 24th, 1892
133 years ago

Died

1970
55 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Austria

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Competed in weightlifting during the early 20th century. Achieved notable success at the 1924 Summer Olympics by winning a gold medal in the men's light heavyweight category. Participated in multiple international competitions and earned a reputation as one of Austria's leading weightlifters during that era.

Won gold medal at the 1924 Summer Olympics

Achieved success in European Championships

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