About Rolf Edling
Born 1943. Rolf Edling is a Swedish fencer and dentist.
Rolf Erik Sören Edling (born 30 November 1943) is a retired Swedish épée fencer. He competed at the 1968, 1972, 1976 and 1980 Summer Olympic Games and won a team gold medal at the 1976 Summer Olympic Games in Montreal. His best individual result was fourth place in 1980.
Edling was born in India, where his father was worked for the ASEA company. He then moved to Sweden and started fencing at a boarding school in Sigtuna. Between 1969 and 1978 he won ten medals at the world championships, including five gold medals. In 1973 he was awarded the Svenska Dagbladet Gold Medal.
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Who is Rolf Edling?
Swedish fencer
When was Rolf Edling born?
Rolf Edling was born on 30 November 1943 in Mumbai.
What is Rolf Edling's occupation?
Rolf Edling is a fencer and dentist.
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Rolf Edling is Swedish.
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