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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