Tamás Faragó
Hungarian water polo player, Olympic champion
Born
August 5th, 1952
73 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Hungary
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Born in Hungary, this water polo player participated in the 1976 Summer Olympics, where the national team secured the gold medal. The athlete competed in multiple European Championships, contributing to Hungary's strong legacy in water polo. A significant figure in the sport, his contributions helped in bolstering Hungary's position as a powerhouse in water polo.
Won a gold medal at the 1976 Summer Olympics
Competed in multiple European Championships
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