Uberto De Morpurgo

Italian tennis player and Olympic medalist

Uberto De Morpurgo - Italian tennis player and Olympic medalist
Born

January 12th, 1896
129 years ago

Died

1961
64 years ago — 65 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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Competed in tennis at the international level during the early 20th century. Participated in the 1920 Antwerp Olympics, securing a bronze medal in men's doubles alongside partner Giovanni Cucelli. Established a prominent presence in European tennis tournaments of the era, garnering respect for performance and skills on the court.

Won a bronze medal in men's doubles at the 1920 Olympics

Achieved notable success in pre-Open Era tennis tournaments

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