About Kjell Bäckman
Lived 1934 – 2019 (aged 84). Kjell Bäckman was a Swedish speed skater.
Kjell Hilding "Tjalle" Bäckman (21 February 1934 – 9 January 2019) was a Swedish speed skater. He competed at the 1960 Winter Olympics in the 5000 m and 10000 m events and won a bronze medal in the 10000 m; all three medalists in that event broke the previous world record. Nationally, he won four long-distance titles: in the 5000 m (1959, 1961) and 10000 m (1959, 1960).
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Who was Kjell Bäckman?
Swedish speed skater (1934–2019)
When was Kjell Bäckman born?
Kjell Bäckman was born on 21 February 1934 in Gothenburg.
When did Kjell Bäckman die?
Kjell Bäckman died on 9 January 2019 in Västra Frölunda.
What was Kjell Bäckman's occupation?
Kjell Bäckman was a speed skater.
What nationality was Kjell Bäckman?
Kjell Bäckman was Swedish.
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