About Alain Porthault
Lived 1929 – 2019 (aged 90). Alain Porthault was a French rugby union player and sprinter.
Alain Porthault (15 July 1929 – 25 November 2019) was a French sprinter and rugby player. He competed in the men’s 4 x 100 meters relay in the 1948 Summer Olympics and in the Men’s 100 meters and the Men’s 4 x 100 meters relay at the 1952 Summer Olympics. In rugby, he played for Racing 92 from 1951 to 1953. He also earned seven caps with the France national rugby union team.
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Who was Alain Porthault?
French sportsman (1929-2019)
When was Alain Porthault born?
Alain Porthault was born on 15 July 1929 in Vervins.
When did Alain Porthault die?
Alain Porthault died on 25 November 2019 in 16th arrondissement of Paris.
What was Alain Porthault's occupation?
Alain Porthault was a rugby union player and sprinter.
What nationality was Alain Porthault?
Alain Porthault was French.
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