Lilli Schwarzkopf

Heptathlete and Olympic competitor

Lilli Schwarzkopf - Heptathlete and Olympic competitor
Born

August 28th, 1983
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Competed in heptathlon and represented Germany in international athletics events. Achieved notable success in various European championships. Won a silver medal at the 2008 World Indoor Championships. Participated in the 2012 London Olympics.

Achieved silver at the 2008 World Indoor Championships

Competed in the 2012 London Olympics

Won multiple national titles in heptathlon

Set personal records in various heptathlon events

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