Kintarō Ōki

Wrestler and Olympic gold medalist

Kintarō Ōki - Athletes & Sports Figures born February 24th, 1929
Born
Died

2006
20 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

South Korea

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Achieved significant success in freestyle wrestling. Competed in the 1960 Rome Olympics, securing a gold medal in the men's lightweight division. Participated in multiple international competitions, demonstrating consistent performance and technical skills. Later transitioned to coaching, influencing a new generation of wrestlers in South Korea.

Won a gold medal at the 1960 Rome Olympics

Competed in international wrestling tournaments

Transitioned to a coaching role post-competition

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