About Marek Petrusewicz
Lived 1934 – 1992 (aged 58). Marek Petrusewicz was a Polish swimmer.
Marek Petrusewicz (22 February 1934 – 3 October 1992) was a Polish swimmer who won a silver medal in the 200 m breaststroke at the 1954 European Aquatics Championships.
Petrusewicz was known for unstable character, and around 1955 lost his past motivation for swimming. As a result, he did not qualify for the 1956 Olympics. Also, his favorite underwater swimming technique was restricted by the International Swimming Federation in 1957.
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Who was Marek Petrusewicz?
Olympic swimmer (1934-1992)
When was Marek Petrusewicz born?
Marek Petrusewicz was born on 22 February 1934 in Vilnius.
When did Marek Petrusewicz die?
Marek Petrusewicz died on 3 October 1992 in Wrocław.
What was Marek Petrusewicz's occupation?
Marek Petrusewicz was a swimmer.
What nationality was Marek Petrusewicz?
Marek Petrusewicz was Polish.
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