About Jan Matocha
Lived 1923 – 2016 (aged 93). Jan Matocha was a Czech coach and canoeist.
Jan Matocha (5 January 1923 – 11 October 2016) was a Czechoslovak sprint canoer who competed in the late 1940s and early 1950s. Competing in two Summer Olympics, he finished ninth in the K-1 10000 m event at London in 1948. He was born in Střelná.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jan Matocha?
Czechoslovak canoeist (1923-2016)
When was Jan Matocha born?
Jan Matocha was born on 5 January 1923 in Střelná.
When did Jan Matocha die?
Jan Matocha died on 11 October 2016 in Bratislava.
What was Jan Matocha's occupation?
Jan Matocha was a coach and canoeist.
What nationality was Jan Matocha?
Jan Matocha was Czech.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jan Matocha. https://biography.guide/jan-matocha/
MLA: "Jan Matocha." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jan-matocha/.
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