About Vilmos Rácz
Lived 1889 – 1976 (aged 87). Vilmos Rácz was a Hungarian sprinter and journalist.
Vilmos Rácz (March 31, 1889 – July 18, 1976) was a Hungarian athlete. He competed at the 1908 Summer Olympics in London and at the 1912 Summer Olympics in Stockholm.
In the 100 metres, Rácz took second place in his first round heat with a time of 11.4 seconds. He did not advance to the semifinals.
His result in the preliminary heats of the 200 metres was no different, with his time of 23.3 seconds putting him second in his heat again.
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Who was Vilmos Rácz?
Hungarian sprinter (1889–1976)
When was Vilmos Rácz born?
Vilmos Rácz was born on 31 March 1889 in Budapest.
When did Vilmos Rácz die?
Vilmos Rácz died on 18 July 1976 in Christchurch.
What was Vilmos Rácz's occupation?
Vilmos Rácz was a sprinter and journalist.
What nationality was Vilmos Rácz?
Vilmos Rácz was Hungarian.
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