Yossef Gutfreund
Wrestler and Coach, Olympic Competitor
Born
November 1st, 1931
93 years ago
Died
1972
53 years ago — 41 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Israel
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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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