Jiří Raška
Czech ski jumper and coach, Olympic silver
Born
February 4th, 1941
84 years ago
Died
2012
13 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Czech Republic
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Competed in ski jumping, achieving notable success in the 1960s. Secured a silver medal at the 1964 Winter Olympics in Innsbruck in the individual normal hill event. Raised the profile of ski jumping in Czechoslovakia through coaching, contributing to the training of future generations of athletes. Participated in multiple World Championships, earning recognition for consistent performance throughout his career.
Silver medal at the 1964 Winter Olympics
Multiple top finishes in World Championships
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