About Kurt Bendlin
Lived 1943 – 2024 (aged 81). Kurt Bendlin was a German decathlete, athletics competitor, athlete and police officer.
Kurt Bendlin (; 22 May 1943 – 29 August 2024) was a West German decathlete. In 1967 he became the first German to set a world decathlon record in 34 years; he was voted German Sportsman of the Year, received the Silbernes Lorbeerblatt, and was cast in bronze by Arno Breker. Next year he won a bronze medal at the 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico City.
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Who was Kurt Bendlin?
athletics competitor (1943–2024)
When was Kurt Bendlin born?
Kurt Bendlin was born on 22 May 1943 in Stalmierz.
When did Kurt Bendlin die?
Kurt Bendlin died on 29 August 2024 in Paderborn.
What was Kurt Bendlin's occupation?
Kurt Bendlin was a decathlete, athletics competitor, athlete and police officer.
What nationality was Kurt Bendlin?
Kurt Bendlin was German.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Kurt Bendlin. https://biography.guide/kurt-bendlin/
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