Klaus Dibiasi
Italian Olympic Diver and Champion
Born
October 6th, 1947
77 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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