Manfred Kinder

German long-distance runner and Olympian

Manfred Kinder - German long-distance runner and Olympian
Born

April 20th, 1938
87 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Competed in long-distance running during the mid-20th century. Represented Germany at the 1960 Rome Olympics, where participation in the men's 10,000 meters event occurred. Achieved success in European Championships, securing medals in various long-distance events and establishing a reputation in track and field athletics.

Competed in the 10,000 meters at the 1960 Olympics

Medaled in European Championships

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