Klaus Lehnertz
German pole vaulter with Olympic participation
Born
April 13th, 1938
86 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Germany
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Competed in pole vaulting and represented Germany in international events. Participated in the 1960 Rome Olympics, showcasing athletic skill on a global platform. Lehnertz achieved national success, securing titles in German championships during the late 1950s and early 1960s. Contributed to the development of pole vaulting techniques within Germany.
Competed in the 1960 Rome Olympics
Won titles at German national championships
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