Giuseppe Gibilisco

Italian pole vaulter and world champion

Giuseppe Gibilisco - Italian pole vaulter and world champion
Born

January 5th, 1979
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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Born in 1979 in Italy, this pole vaulter competed at an elite level. Achievements include winning the gold medal at the 2003 World Championships in Athletics held in Paris. Also represented Italy during multiple European Championships, securing vital points for the national team and contributing to its overall success. Throughout the career, participated in several Olympic Games but did not achieve a podium finish. Left a significant mark in the athletics community, especially in pole vaulting events.

Won gold at the 2003 World Championships

Competed in multiple Olympic Games

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