About Tomás Paquete
Lived 1923 – 2009 (aged 85). Tomás Paquete was a Portuguese sprinter.
Tomás Paquete (8 September 1923 – 25 May 2009) was a Portuguese sprinter. He competed in the men's 100 metres at the 1952 Summer Olympics. He was amongst the greatest Portuguese record holder of 100 meters of all time, winning 18 national titles, and he was the holder of a meritorious career in international athletics, with 11 caps.
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Who was Tomás Paquete?
Portuguese sprinter (1923-2009)
When was Tomás Paquete born?
Tomás Paquete was born on 8 September 1923 in Bissau.
When did Tomás Paquete die?
Tomás Paquete died on 25 May 2009 in Lisbon.
What was Tomás Paquete's occupation?
Tomás Paquete was a sprinter.
What nationality was Tomás Paquete?
Tomás Paquete was Portuguese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Tomás Paquete. https://biography.guide/tomas-paquete/
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