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Bernard Rajzman

b. 1957

Brazilian volleyball player

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Born 1957. Bernard Rajzman is a Brazilian volleyball player, beach volleyball player and politician.

Bernard Rajzman (born 25 April 1957) is a Brazilian former volleyball player and three-time Olympian. He was born in Rio de Janeiro. He was enshrined in the International Volleyball Hall of Fame in 2005. Nowadays, Bernard is a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

Rajzman began his sports career at the age of 11, playing basketball for Fluminense, but traded the sport for volleyball because he was too short. At the age of 17, he joined the Brazilian men's national volleyball team, for which he played in three consecutive Olympics beginning in 1976, winning a silver medal in 1984. He also won seven South American Championships, one gold medal at the 1983 Pan American Games, a silver medal at the 1982 FIVB World Championship, and a bronze medal at the 1981 FIVB World Cup.

Rajzman became an IOC member at the 125th IOC Session in Buenos Aires in September 2013.

He is the father of professional surfer Phil Rajzman.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Positions held
Minister of Sports of Brazil, Member of the International Olympic Committee
Awards
Silver Olympic Order

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Bernard Rajzman?

Brazilian volleyball player

When was Bernard Rajzman born?

Bernard Rajzman was born on 25 April 1957 in Rio de Janeiro.

What is Bernard Rajzman's occupation?

Bernard Rajzman is a volleyball player, beach volleyball player and politician.

What nationality is Bernard Rajzman?

Bernard Rajzman is Brazilian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bernard Rajzman

· Wikidata: Q4893569

· DBpedia: Bernard Rajzman

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