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Luis María Lasúrtegui
Personal information
Born (1956-03-28) 28 March 1956 (age 69)
Pasaia, Guipúzcoa, Spain
Medal record
Men's rowing
Representing  Spain
Olympic Games
Silver 1984 Los Angeles Coxless pair
World Championships
Bronze 1985 Hazewinkel Coxless pair

Luis María Lasúrtegui Berridi was born on March 28, 1956, in Pasaia, Spain. He is a famous Spanish rower who competed in many important events. He is best known for winning an Olympic medal.

A Champion Rower

Luis María Lasúrtegui became a top athlete in the sport of rowing. Rowing involves propelling a boat using oars. It requires great strength, teamwork, and endurance. Lasúrtegui competed in different types of rowing boats.

Olympic Silver Medal

One of Luis María Lasúrtegui's biggest achievements was at the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, USA. He won a silver medal in an event called the "coxless pair." In this event, two rowers work together in a boat without a coxswain (the person who steers and directs the rowers). His partner for this amazing win was Fernando Climent. They worked perfectly together to earn their Olympic medal.

World Championship Bronze

After his Olympic success, Luis María Lasúrtegui continued to compete at a high level. In 1985, he won another important medal. He earned a bronze medal at the World Rowing Championships. This competition took place in Hazewinkel, Belgium. He again competed in the coxless pair event, showing his consistent skill in this demanding sport.

See also

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