Klaus Dibiasi

Italian Olympic Diver and Champion

Klaus Dibiasi - Italian Olympic Diver and Champion
Born

October 6th, 1947
78 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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Internationally recognized diver competed for Italy. Specializing in platform diving, achieved significant success in the 10-meter event during the 1960s and 1970s. Won three consecutive Olympic gold medals in the 10m platform at the 1968 Mexico City, 1972 Munich, and 1976 Montreal Games. Secured numerous European championships and set multiple world records throughout an esteemed career.

Won three consecutive Olympic gold medals

Secured multiple European championship titles

Set several world records in platform diving

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