Kamghe Gaba

German sprinter, 2006 European Champion

Kamghe Gaba - German sprinter, 2006 European Champion
Born

January 13th, 1984
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Born in 1984, a German sprinter specialized in 200 meters and 400 meters events. Achieved notable success in the mid-2000s, particularly at the 2006 European Athletics Championships held in Gothenburg, Sweden, securing gold in the 200 meters. Competed at the 2004 Summer Olympics and the 2005 World Championships in Athletics, representing Germany. Contributed to the relay teams, earning medals in various competitions.

Won gold at the 2006 European Championships

Competed in the 2004 Summer Olympics

Participated in the 2005 World Championships

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