Martina Proeber
German diver and Olympic medalist
Born
January 4th, 1963
62 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Germany
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Competed in springboard diving, achieving significant success in international competitions. Represented Germany at the 1980 Moscow Olympics, where secured a bronze medal in the women's individual springboard event. Achieved multiple medals in European Championships during the late 1970s and early 1980s. Continued involvement in the sport after retirement, contributing expertise as a coach.
Bronze medalist at the 1980 Moscow Olympics
Multiple European Championship medals
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