About Jan Karlsson
Born 1945. Jan Karlsson is a Swedish amateur wrestler.
Jan Egon Karlsson (born 15 November 1945) is a retired Swedish wrestler, who often competed both in Greco-Roman and freestyle divisions at the same championships. In this way he won two medals each at the 1972 Olympic Games and 1973 World Senior Championships. He remains the last wrestler to win a medal in both styles in the same Olympic Games.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Jan Karlsson?
Olympic wrestler
When was Jan Karlsson born?
Jan Karlsson was born on 15 November 1945 in Trollhättan.
What is Jan Karlsson's occupation?
Jan Karlsson is an amateur wrestler.
What nationality is Jan Karlsson?
Jan Karlsson is Swedish.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jan Karlsson (wrestler)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jan Karlsson. https://biography.guide/jan-karlsson-amateur-wrestler/
MLA: "Jan Karlsson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jan-karlsson-amateur-wrestler/.
Chicago: "Jan Karlsson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jan-karlsson-amateur-wrestler/.
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