Galina Zybina

Shot Putter and Javelin Thrower

Galina Zybina - Athletes & Sports Figures born January 22nd, 1931
Born
Died

2024
2 years ago — 93 years old

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Athletes & Sports Figures

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Russia

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This athlete achieved remarkable success in track and field, particularly in shot put and javelin throw. Competed in multiple Olympic Games during the 1950s and 1960s. Won gold medals at the 1956 Melbourne Olympics in shot put and at the 1960 Rome Olympics in both shot put and javelin throw. Secured numerous national championships and set multiple world records throughout the career in these events.

Gold medal in shot put at the 1956 Olympics

Gold medal in javelin throw at the 1960 Olympics

World Champion in both shot put and javelin

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