Klaus Lehnertz

German pole vaulter with Olympic participation

Klaus Lehnertz - German pole vaulter with Olympic participation
Born

April 13th, 1938
87 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

Links & References

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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