Jan Szczepański
Polish boxer, Olympic silver medalist
Born
Died
2017
9 years ago — 78 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Poland
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Competed in boxing at an elite level, representing Poland. Achieved notable success in the 1960 Rome Olympics, where secured a silver medal in the light heavyweight division. Also participated in several international tournaments and championships during the career, contributing to the prominence of Polish boxing in that era.
Won a silver medal at the 1960 Rome Olympics
Competed in various international boxing tournaments
Represented Poland in light heavyweight boxing
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