About Rolf Peterson
Born 1944. Rolf Peterson is a Swedish kayaker and canoeist.
Rolf Peterson (born 11 May 1944) is a retired Swedish sprint canoeist. He competed in the K-1 1000 m event at the 1964, 1968 and 1972 Olympics and won a gold medal in 1964 and a silver in 1972, finishing fifth in 1968. At the world championships Peterson won two gold and one silver medals in K-2 events in 1970–1971, all with Lars Andersson.
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Who is Rolf Peterson?
Swedish canoeist
When was Rolf Peterson born?
Rolf Peterson was born on 11 May 1944 in Halmstad.
What is Rolf Peterson's occupation?
Rolf Peterson is a kayaker and canoeist.
What nationality is Rolf Peterson?
Rolf Peterson is Swedish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Rolf Peterson. https://biography.guide/rolf-peterson/
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Chicago: "Rolf Peterson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/rolf-peterson/.
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