Henry Lauterbach

German high jumper and Olympian

Henry Lauterbach - German high jumper and Olympian
Born

October 22nd, 1957
67 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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An accomplished high jumper, participation occurred in the 1980 Summer Olympics held in Moscow. Achieved success in various international competitions, including European Athletics Championships. Competed at the national level for West Germany, earning recognition in both field and track events.

Competed in the 1980 Summer Olympics

Won medals at the European Athletics Championships

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