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Monique Drilhon

1922 – 2019

French sprinter

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About Monique Drilhon

Lived 1922 – 2019 (aged 96). Monique Drilhon was a French sprinter.

Monique Jeannine Marie Drilhon (16 December 1922 – 11 December 2019) was a French athlete, that specialized in the sprints.

Biography Drilhon was born in Bordeaux in December 1922. She won the title of 100 metres and 200 metres during the Athletics championships in France in 1943.

Selected for 1946 European Championships, at Oslo, Monique Drilhon won the silver medal in the 4 × 100 metres relay, with Léa Caurla, Anne-Marie Colchen and Claire Brésolles. The France team, which set a new record for France in 48.5 seconds in the relay, lost to the Netherlands.

Her married name was Dubreuilh. She died in December 2019 in Gradignan at the age of 96.

International competitions 1946European ChampionshipsOslo 2ndRelay 4 × 100 m

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Important facts

Born
16 December 1922, Bordeaux
Birth century
20th century
Died
11 December 2019, Gradignan
Occupation
Sprinter
Nationality
France
Also known as
Monique Jeannine Marie Drilhon

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Monique Drilhon?

French sprinter (1922-2019)

When was Monique Drilhon born?

Monique Drilhon was born on 16 December 1922 in Bordeaux.

When did Monique Drilhon die?

Monique Drilhon died on 11 December 2019 in Gradignan.

What was Monique Drilhon's occupation?

Monique Drilhon was a sprinter.

What nationality was Monique Drilhon?

Monique Drilhon was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Monique Drilhon

· Wikidata: Q3320843

· DBpedia: Monique Drilhon

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