Burkhard Leuschke
East German racewalker
About Burkhard Leuschke
Born 1940. Burkhard Leuschke is a German racewalker.
Burkhard Leuschke (born 27 April 1940) is a retired East German race walker.
He finished fourth at the 1964 Olympic Games, won the silver medal at the 1965 IAAF World Race Walking Cup and the bronze medal at the 1970 IAAF World Race Walking Cup.
Leuschke represented the sports club SC Dynamo Berlin and became East German champion over 35 km in 1963.
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Who is Burkhard Leuschke?
East German racewalker
When was Burkhard Leuschke born?
Burkhard Leuschke was born on 27 April 1940 in Bad Schandau.
What is Burkhard Leuschke's occupation?
Burkhard Leuschke is a racewalker.
What nationality is Burkhard Leuschke?
Burkhard Leuschke is German.
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