About Ota Zaremba
Lived 1957 – 2026 (aged 68). Ota Zaremba was a Czech weightlifter, athlete and olympic competitor.
Ota Zaremba (22 April 1957 – 23 January 2026) was a Czech weightlifter. Representing Czechoslovakia, he won gold medal in the heavyweight I class at the 1980 Summer Olympics in Moscow. He was also a world champion.
After he ended his career, Zaremba admitted he used doping throughout his career with the acknowledgment of the sport officials and coaches.
In 2010 Zaremba entered the far-right Workers' Party of Social Justice (DSSS).
Zaremba died on 23 January 2026, at the age of 68.
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Who was Ota Zaremba?
Czech weightlifter (1957–2026)
When was Ota Zaremba born?
Ota Zaremba was born on 22 April 1957 in Havířov.
When did Ota Zaremba die?
Ota Zaremba died on 23 January 2026.
What was Ota Zaremba's occupation?
Ota Zaremba was a weightlifter, athlete and olympic competitor.
What nationality was Ota Zaremba?
Ota Zaremba was Czech.
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