Silke Spiegelburg

German pole vaulter with Olympic success

Silke Spiegelburg - German pole vaulter with Olympic success
Born

March 17th, 1986
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Born in 1986, a distinguished pole vaulter represented Germany in international competitions. Achieved significant success at the European Athletics Championships, winning a gold medal in 2010. Competed in the 2012 London Olympics, reaching the final and placing fourth. Contributed to Germany's track and field accomplishments and held national records in pole vaulting throughout her career.

Won gold at the 2010 European Athletics Championships

Finished fourth in pole vault at the 2012 Olympics

Set multiple national records in pole vault

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