Wilhelm Melliger
Swiss equestrian
About Wilhelm Melliger
Lived 1953 – 2018 (aged 64). Wilhelm Melliger was a Swiss show jumper.
Wilhelm "Willi" Melliger (26 July 1953 – 16 January 2018) was a Swiss equestrian and Olympic medalist. With his horse Calvaro V, he won two Olympic silver medals: the first in show jumping at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta and the second as part of team jumping at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney.
Melliger died on 16 January 2018 from complications of a stroke that he suffered in December 2017. He was 64.
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Who was Wilhelm Melliger?
Swiss equestrian (1953-2018)
When was Wilhelm Melliger born?
Wilhelm Melliger was born on 26 July 1953 in Buttwil.
When did Wilhelm Melliger die?
Wilhelm Melliger died on 16 January 2018.
What was Wilhelm Melliger's occupation?
Wilhelm Melliger was a show jumper.
What nationality was Wilhelm Melliger?
Wilhelm Melliger was Swiss.
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