About Gert Metz
Lived 1942 – 2021 (aged 79). Gert Metz was a German athletics competitor and sprinter.
Gert Metz (7 February 1942 – 17 April 2021 ) was a German sprinter who competed at the 1968 Summer Olympics in the 100 meters, 200 meters, and 4 × 100 meter relay.
Metz was born in Mainz. In 1970 he ran the 100 m European record in 10 seconds in Burg Gretsch.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Gert Metz?
Olympic athlete (1942–2021)
When was Gert Metz born?
Gert Metz was born on 7 February 1942 in Mainz.
When did Gert Metz die?
Gert Metz died on 17 April 2021.
What was Gert Metz's occupation?
Gert Metz was an athletics competitor and sprinter.
What nationality was Gert Metz?
Gert Metz was German.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gert Metz. https://biography.guide/gert-metz/
MLA: "Gert Metz." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/gert-metz/.
Chicago: "Gert Metz." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/gert-metz/.
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