Irina Press
Ukrainian-Russian Olympian pentathlete
Born
Died
2004
22 years ago — 65 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Ukraine
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Competed in athletics, specializing in hurdles and the pentathlon. Achieved significant success at the Olympic Games, winning multiple medals. Secured gold in the pentathlon at the 1960 Rome Olympics, earning recognition as a top athlete in the sport. Also participated in the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, contributing to her reputation as a leading figure in athletics during her era.
Won gold medal in pentathlon at 1960 Olympics
Competed in hurdles and pentathlon events
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