About Irén Győrffy
Lived 1920 – 1950 (aged 30). Irén Győrffy was a Hungarian swimmer.
Irén Győrffy (10 February 1920 – 30 October 1950) was a Hungarian swimmer. She competed in the women's 100 metre backstroke at the 1936 Summer Olympics. She set a national record for the 100 meter backstroke at 1 minute, 24.2 seconds that was broken in 1941.
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Who was Irén Győrffy?
Hungarian swimmer
When was Irén Győrffy born?
Irén Győrffy was born on 10 February 1920.
When did Irén Győrffy die?
Irén Győrffy died on 30 October 1950.
What was Irén Győrffy's occupation?
Irén Győrffy was a swimmer.
What nationality was Irén Győrffy?
Irén Győrffy was Hungarian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Irén Győrffy. https://biography.guide/iren-gyorffy/
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