Gaston Reiff
Belgian athlete
About Gaston Reiff
Lived 1921 – 1992 (aged 71). Gaston Reiff was a Belgian long-distance runner, middle-distance runner, athletics competitor, athlete and olympic champion.
Gaston Étienne Ghislaine Reiff (24 February 1921 – 6 May 1992) was a Belgian runner. He competed at the 1948 and 1952 Olympics in the 5000 m event and won it in 1948, defeating Emil Zátopek in the final and becoming the first Belgian track and field athlete to win an Olympic title. He lost to Zátopek at the 1950 European Championships, placing third.
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Who was Gaston Reiff?
Belgian athlete (1921–1992)
When was Gaston Reiff born?
Gaston Reiff was born on 24 February 1921 in Braine-l'Alleud.
When did Gaston Reiff die?
Gaston Reiff died on 6 May 1992 in Braine-l'Alleud.
What was Gaston Reiff's occupation?
Gaston Reiff was a long-distance runner, middle-distance runner, athletics competitor, athlete and olympic champion.
What nationality was Gaston Reiff?
Gaston Reiff was Belgian.
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