Ruth Svedberg

Swedish discus thrower and triathlete

Ruth Svedberg - Swedish discus thrower and triathlete
Born

April 14th, 1903
122 years ago

Died

2002
23 years ago — 99 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Sweden

Links & References

Competed in discus throw and triathlon, participating in the 1924 Summer Olympics. Achieved national records in discus throw and earned multiple championships in Sweden. Focused on both athletics and triathlon throughout career, representing Sweden in various international competitions.

Competed in the 1924 Summer Olympics

Set national records in discus throw

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