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Ludwig Leitner

1940 – 2013

German alpine skier

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Lived 1940 – 2013 (aged 73). Ludwig Leitner was a German alpine skier.

Ludwig Leitner (February 24, 1940 – March 21, 2013) was a German alpine ski racer and world champion, born in Mittelberg, Austria.

Leitner became a world champion in the combined event in Innsbruck in 1964. He earned world championship bronze medals in the combined event 1962 and 1966.

Leitner competed at the 1960 Winter Olympics, where he finished 4th in slalom. At the 1964 Winter Olympics, he finished 5th in the slalom and 5th in the downhill.

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Silbernes Lorbeerblatt
Also known as
Ludwig "Luggi“ Leitner, Luggi

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Ludwig Leitner?

German alpine skier (1940-2013)

When was Ludwig Leitner born?

Ludwig Leitner was born on 24 February 1940 in Mittelberg.

When did Ludwig Leitner die?

Ludwig Leitner died on 21 March 2013 in Mittelberg.

What was Ludwig Leitner's occupation?

Ludwig Leitner was an alpine skier.

What nationality was Ludwig Leitner?

Ludwig Leitner was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ludwig Leitner

· Wikidata: Q72311

· DBpedia: Ludwig Leitner

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