About Detlef Ultsch
Born 1955. Detlef Ultsch is a German judoka.
Detlef Ultsch (born 7 November 1955) is an East German former judoka.
Ultsch was born in Sonneberg, Bezirk Suhl. Ultsch is the first German judo world champion and became a double world middleweight champion, winning the title in Paris 1979 and Moscow 1983. He also competed at the 1976 Summer Olympics and the 1980 Summer Olympics.
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Who is Detlef Ultsch?
East German judoka
When was Detlef Ultsch born?
Detlef Ultsch was born on 7 November 1955 in Sonneberg.
What is Detlef Ultsch's occupation?
Detlef Ultsch is a judoka.
What nationality is Detlef Ultsch?
Detlef Ultsch is German.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Detlef Ultsch. https://biography.guide/detlef-ultsch/
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