Yossef Gutfreund

Wrestler and Coach, Olympic Competitor

Yossef Gutfreund - Wrestler and Coach, Olympic Competitor
Born

November 1st, 1931
94 years ago

Died

1972
53 years ago — 41 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Israel

Links & References

Competed in wrestling at the 1960 Rome Olympics. Coached the Israeli wrestling team, contributing to the development of the sport in Israel. Engaged in training young wrestlers and enhancing the techniques and strategies of the sport. His career spanned several decades, influencing many athletes.

Competed in the 1960 Rome Olympics

Coached Israeli wrestling team

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