About Michel Carrega
Lived 1934 – 2024 (aged 90). Michel Carrega was a French sport shooter.
Michel Carrega (25 September 1934 – 26 September 2024) was a French sport shooter. A four-time world champion, Carrega represented France at four Summer Olympics and won a silver medal at the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich, West Germany. Carrega is one of only two Corsicans to win an Olympic medal.
Personal life Carrega was born in Paris, France on 25 September 1934. Carega lived in the town of Santa-Maria-di-Lota in Corsica.
Sports shooting Carrega made his Olympic debut at the 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico City, Mexico. His only event was the mixed trap where he was ranked 12th overall.
Carrega was also a 21-time French clay pigeon shooting champion.
Death Carrega died at the age of 90 on 26 September 2024. Tributes were paid to him in the Corsican Assembly following his death.
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Who was Michel Carrega?
French sports shooter (1934–2024)
When was Michel Carrega born?
Michel Carrega was born on 25 September 1934 in 4th arrondissement of Paris.
When did Michel Carrega die?
Michel Carrega died on 26 September 2024 in Santa-Maria-di-Lota.
What was Michel Carrega's occupation?
Michel Carrega was a sport shooter.
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Michel Carrega was French.
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