Sandro Riminucci

Italian basketball player

Sandro Riminucci - Italian basketball player
Born

June 26th, 1935
89 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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Played professional basketball in Italy during the 1950s and 1960s. Contributed significantly to the sport at both club and national levels. Was a member of the Italian national team and participated in several European championships. Achieved recognition for skills and performance on the court.

Played for Virtus Bologna

Competed in the 1960 Summer Olympics

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