About Dieter Fromm
Born 1948. Dieter Fromm is a German middle-distance runner.
Dieter Fromm (born 21 April 1948) is a retired East German middle-distance runner who specialized in the 800 metres. He held the indoor 800 m world record for over ten years.
His career ended abruptly in 1976 when, in a race ahead of the 1976 Summer Olympics, for which Fromm was qualified, another runner tread on and damaged his achilles tendon.
He competed for the sports club SC Turbine Erfurt during his active career. His son Alexander married the Olympic sprinter Uta Rohländer.
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Who is Dieter Fromm?
East German middle distance runner
When was Dieter Fromm born?
Dieter Fromm was born on 21 April 1948 in Bad Langensalza.
What is Dieter Fromm's occupation?
Dieter Fromm is a middle-distance runner.
What nationality is Dieter Fromm?
Dieter Fromm is German.
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