Ödön Bodor

Hungarian athlete, Olympic medalist

Ödön Bodor - Hungarian athlete, Olympic medalist
Born

January 24th, 1882
143 years ago

Died

1927
98 years ago — 45 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Hungary

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Competed in athletics, particularly in the hammer throw. Achieved recognition for performance in the 1912 Stockholm Olympics, where earned a silver medal. Represented Hungary in international competitions, setting national records during the athletic career.

Won a silver medal in hammer throw at the 1912 Olympics

Set national records in athletics

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