Yang Chuan-kwang

Taiwanese decathlete and long jumper

Yang Chuan-kwang - Taiwanese decathlete and long jumper
Born

1933
92 years ago

Died

January 27th, 2007
18 years ago — 74 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Taiwan

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Participated in decathlon, long jump, and hurdles. Competed in the 1960 and 1964 Summer Olympics representing Taiwan. Achieved various medals in Asian Games, showcasing talent across multiple track and field disciplines. Contributed significantly to athletics in Taiwan.

Competed in the 1960 Summer Olympics

Competed in the 1964 Summer Olympics

Won multiple medals at the Asian Games

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