About Leif Freij
Lived 1943 – 1998 (aged 55). Leif Freij was a Swedish amateur wrestler.
Leif Roland Freij (29 March 1943 – 17 June 1998) was a Swedish Greco-Roman wrestler who won silver medals at the world and European championships in 1966. He finished 16th at the 1960 Summer Olympics and fourth at the 1965 World Championship. His uncle Gustav Freij also competed in Greco-Roman wrestling at the 1960 Olympics.
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Who was Leif Freij?
Swedish amateur wrestler (1943-1998)
When was Leif Freij born?
Leif Freij was born on 29 March 1943 in Malmö.
When did Leif Freij die?
Leif Freij died on 17 June 1998 in Malmö.
What was Leif Freij's occupation?
Leif Freij was an amateur wrestler.
What nationality was Leif Freij?
Leif Freij was Swedish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Leif Freij. https://biography.guide/leif-freij/
MLA: "Leif Freij." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/leif-freij/.
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