About Karin Balzer
Lived 1938 – 2019 (aged 81). Karin Balzer was a German athletics competitor and coach.
Karin Balzer (née Richert; 5 June 1938 – 17 December 2019) was an East German hurdler who competed in the 80 m hurdles event at the 1960, 1964 and 1968 Olympics, and in the 100 m hurdles in 1972. She won a gold medal in 1964 and a bronze in 1972, while finishing fifth in 1968. During her career she set 37 world's best performances.
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Who was Karin Balzer?
East German hurdler
When was Karin Balzer born?
Karin Balzer was born on 5 June 1938 in Magdeburg.
When did Karin Balzer die?
Karin Balzer died on 17 December 2019 in Chemnitz.
What was Karin Balzer's occupation?
Karin Balzer was an athletics competitor and coach.
What nationality was Karin Balzer?
Karin Balzer was German.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Karin Balzer. https://biography.guide/karin-balzer/
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