About Timaios of Elis
Born 500 BC. Timaios of Elis was an athlete.
Timaios of Elis (5th/4th century BC) was a sportsperson originating from Elis in Ancient Greece.
Sports career In 396 BC, he was crowned the victor of the trumpet contest at the 96th ancient Olympic Games, during which he had represented his homeregion of Elis. He was the first person in history to win in that competition.
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Who was Timaios of Elis?
ancient Olympic victor, trumpeter
When was Timaios of Elis born?
Timaios of Elis was born in 500 BC in Ancient Elis.
What was Timaios of Elis's occupation?
Timaios of Elis was an athlete.
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