Hubert Hammerer facts for kids
Vasily Borisov, Hubert Hammerer and Hans Rudolf Spillmann at the 1960 Olympics
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| Born | 10 September 1925 Egg in Vorarlberg, Vorarlberg, Austria |
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| Died | March 24, 2017 (aged 91) Vienna, Austria |
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| Height | 1.72 m (5 ft 8 in) | ||||||||||
| Weight | 78 kg (172 lb) | ||||||||||
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| Sport | Shooting | ||||||||||
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Hubert Hammerer was an amazing Austrian sports shooter who won a gold medal at the 1960 Olympic Games. He was born on September 10, 1925, in Egg in Vorarlberg, Austria. He passed away in Vienna, Austria, on March 24, 2017, at the age of 91.
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Hubert Hammerer: An Olympic Champion
Hubert Hammerer was a talented athlete who specialized in shooting sports. This means he was very skilled at aiming and firing a rifle at targets. He represented his home country, Austria, in two different Olympic Games.
Competing in the Olympics
Hubert Hammerer took part in the Olympic Games twice. His first appearance was at the 1960 Summer Olympics held in Rome, Italy. Four years later, he also competed in the 1964 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Japan.
During these Games, he competed in a total of five different rifle events. This shows how versatile and dedicated he was to his sport.
Gold Medal Glory in 1960
Hubert Hammerer's biggest achievement came at the 1960 Rome Olympics. He won a gold medal in the 300 meter free rifle, three positions event. This is a very challenging shooting competition.
In this event, shooters must hit targets from three different body positions:
- Prone: Lying down on their stomach.
- Kneeling: Resting on one knee.
- Standing: Standing upright.
Winning a gold medal at the Olympics is a huge honor. It means he was the best in the world in that specific event during those Games.
Carrying the Flag
At the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, Hubert Hammerer had another special role. He was chosen to be the Olympic flag bearer for Austria. This means he had the honor of carrying his country's flag during the opening ceremony.
Being a flag bearer is a symbol of leadership and pride. It shows that he was a respected athlete and a great representative for Austria.
Later Life
After his impressive career in sports, Hubert Hammerer lived a long life. He passed away in Vienna, Austria, when he was 91 years old. His legacy as an Olympic gold medalist and a proud flag bearer continues to inspire young athletes in Austria and around the world.
