Dumitru Focșeneanu facts for kids
Dumitru Focșeneanu (born November 8, 1935 – died June 20, 2019) was a famous Romanian bobsledder. He was born in a town called Breaza. Dumitru Focșeneanu was known for his amazing skills in bobsledding.
He was especially good when he teamed up with another bobsledder named Ion Panțuru. Together, they formed a strong team.
Winning Medals in Bobsledding
Dumitru Focșeneanu and Ion Panțuru achieved great success in bobsledding. They won two important medals at the FIBT World Championships. This competition is a big event for bobsledders from all over the world.
- In 1969, they won a silver medal. This means they came in second place.
- In 1973, they won a bronze medal. This means they came in third place.
These medals were won in the "two-man" bobsled event. In this event, two bobsledders work together to guide the sled down the icy track. Dumitru Focșeneanu's role was usually the "brakeman." The brakeman helps to slow down the sled at the end of the race.
Competing in the Olympics
Dumitru Focșeneanu also represented Romania at the 1972 Winter Olympics. The Olympics are a huge international sports event.
- He competed in the two-man bobsled event, where he and his partner finished in 12th place.
- He also took part in the four-man bobsled event. In this race, four bobsledders work together. His team finished in 10th place.
Dumitru Focșeneanu passed away on June 20, 2019, when he was 83 years old. He is remembered as a talented Romanian bobsledder.
