About Ajtony Ákos
Lived 1944 – 2017 (aged 72). Ajtony Ákos was a Hungarian equestrian and coach.
Ákos Ajtony (21 July 1944 – 12 February 2017) was a Hungarian equestrian, regarded as one of the most successful Hungarian show jumpers of the twentieth century. He competed in the 1972 Summer Olympics.
Early life and education Ajtony was born in Debrecen in 1944. He started riding horses at an early age, and at the age of 16 he became a member of the youth national team.
Career Ajtony placed seventh with his team at the 1960 European Youth Championships in Venice and went on to win the Hungarian show jumping championship nine times. In 1971, he finished eighth at the European Championships, followed by a 13th-place finish at the 1972 Munich Olympics. Terike Bálvány Kabala
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Who was Ajtony Ákos?
Hungarian equestrian
When was Ajtony Ákos born?
Ajtony Ákos was born on 21 July 1944 in Debrecen.
When did Ajtony Ákos die?
Ajtony Ákos died on 12 February 2017.
What was Ajtony Ákos's occupation?
Ajtony Ákos was an equestrian and coach.
What nationality was Ajtony Ákos?
Ajtony Ákos was Hungarian.
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