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Michael Obst

b. 1944

German rower

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About Michael Obst

Born 1944. Michael Obst is a German coxswain.

Michael Obst (born 22 June 1944) is a German rower who competed for the United Team of Germany in the 1960 Summer Olympics.

He was born in Leipzig. At the 1959 European Rowing Championships in Mâcon, he won gold with the coxed four. In 1960 he was the coxswain of the German boat which won the gold medal in the coxed four event.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Michael Obst?

German rower

When was Michael Obst born?

Michael Obst was born on 22 June 1944 in Leipzig.

What is Michael Obst's occupation?

Michael Obst is a coxswain.

What nationality is Michael Obst?

Michael Obst is German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Michael Obst

· Wikidata: Q1928763

· DBpedia: Michael Obst (rower)

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