Karin Balzer
East German hurdler (1938–2019)
Died aged 81GeminiGermany1.71 m (5′7″)
Biography
Karin Balzer (née Richert; 5 June 1938 – 17 December 2019) was an East German hurdler who competed in the 80 m hurdles event at the 1960, 1964 and 1968 Olympics, and in the 100 m hurdles in 1972. She won a gold medal in 1964 and a bronze in 1972, while finishing fifth in 1968. During her career she set 37 world's best performances.
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Career highlights
Teams
- SC Leipzig
Family
- Spouse(s)
- Karl-Heinz Balzer
- Children
- Falk Balzer
Awards & honours (3)
- Patriotic Order of Merit in Gold
- Star of People's Friendship in Silver
- East German Sportspersonality of the Year
Quick answers about Karin Balzer
- How old was Karin Balzer?
- Karin Balzer died on December 17, 2019 at the age of 81.
- When is Karin Balzer's birthday?
- Karin Balzer was born on June 5, 1938.
- Where was Karin Balzer born?
- Karin Balzer was born in Magdeburg.
- What is Karin Balzer's zodiac sign?
- Karin Balzer's zodiac sign is Gemini.
- How tall is Karin Balzer?
- Karin Balzer is 1.71 m (5′7″) tall.
- What is Karin Balzer's nationality?
- Karin Balzer is a citizen of Germany, East Germany.
- What does Karin Balzer do?
- Karin Balzer is known as athletics competitor, coach.
- Who has Karin Balzer been married to?
- According to Wikidata, Karin Balzer's spouse is or was Karl-Heinz Balzer.
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