About Violetta Quesada
Lived 1947 – 2024 (aged 76). Violetta Quesada was a Cuban sprinter.
Violetta Quesada Díaz (11 July 1947 – 24 March 2024) was a Cuban sprinter who helped win a silver medal in 4 x 100 metres relay at the 1968 Summer Olympics, the first Olympic medal, ever achieved by Cuban women.
Quesada died in Tampa, Florida on 24 March 2024, at the age of 76.
International competitions
Personal bests 100 metres – 11.5 (1968) 200 metres – 23.6 (1968)
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Who was Violetta Quesada?
Cuban sprinter (1947–2024)
When was Violetta Quesada born?
Violetta Quesada was born on 11 July 1947 in Santa Clara.
When did Violetta Quesada die?
Violetta Quesada died on 24 March 2024.
What was Violetta Quesada's occupation?
Violetta Quesada was a sprinter.
What nationality was Violetta Quesada?
Violetta Quesada was Cuban.
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