About Karl Honz
Born 1951. Karl Honz is a German athletics competitor, sprinter and industrial management assistant.
Karl Honz (born 28 January 1951) is a retired German sprinter. He held the European record in the 400 metres from 1972 until 1980 with a time of 44.70 s. At the 1972 Summer Olympics he placed seventh in the 400 m and fourth in the 4 × 400 m relay. He ranks fourth on the German all-time records for the 400 m.
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Who is Karl Honz?
German sprinter
When was Karl Honz born?
Karl Honz was born on 28 January 1951 in Moos.
What is Karl Honz's occupation?
Karl Honz is an athletics competitor, sprinter and industrial management assistant.
What nationality is Karl Honz?
Karl Honz is German.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Karl Honz. https://biography.guide/karl-honz/
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