About Josef Dostál
Born 1993. Josef Dostál is a Czech kayaker and canoeist.
Josef Dostál (; born 3 March 1993) is a Czech sprint canoeist.
Career He won a bronze medal at the 2012 Summer Olympics in the K-4 1000 m event.
He won the silver medal in the K-1 1000 metres event at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. He was also part of the Czech team that won bronze in the K-4 1000 metres event at the 2016 Summer Olympics. He was the flag bearer for the Czech Republic during the closing ceremony.
Dostál won a gold medal at the 2024 Summer Olympics in the K-1 1000 m event. Afterwards, he was named Czech Sportsperson of the Year 2024.
Major results Olympics
World championships
Awards and recognition Medal of Merit (2025)
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Josef Dostál?
Czech canoeist (*1993)
When was Josef Dostál born?
Josef Dostál was born on 3 March 1993 in Prague.
What is Josef Dostál's occupation?
Josef Dostál is a kayaker and canoeist.
What nationality is Josef Dostál?
Josef Dostál is Czech.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Josef Dostál (canoeist)
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