Roman Steinberg facts for kids
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| Born | 5 April 1900 Massu, Governorate of Estonia, Russian Empire |
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| Died | 20 May 1939 (aged 39) Tallinn, Estonia |
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Roman Steinberg, later known as Roman Kivimägi, was a famous Estonian wrestler. He was born on April 5, 1900, and sadly passed away on May 20, 1939, at the age of 39. Roman Steinberg is best known for winning a bronze medal in wrestling at the 1924 Summer Olympics.
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Roman Steinberg: An Olympic Wrestler
Roman Steinberg was a talented athlete from Estonia. He became a national hero by winning an Olympic medal. His sport was Greco-Roman wrestling, a style where wrestlers use only their upper bodies and arms.
Olympic Dream in Paris
In 1924, Roman Steinberg traveled to Paris, France, for the 1924 Summer Olympics. He competed in the middleweight category, which was for wrestlers weighing up to 75 kilograms. His hard work paid off when he won a bronze medal for Estonia. This was a huge achievement for him and his country.
Estonian Champion
Before his Olympic success, Roman Steinberg was already a champion in Estonia. He won the Estonian wrestling championship three times in a row. These wins were from 1921 to 1923. He was coached by Robert Oksa, who helped him become a top wrestler.
A Life Remembered
Roman Steinberg's life was cut short when he passed away at 39 years old due to illness. He was buried at Alexander Nevsky Cemetery, Tallinn. His achievements in wrestling continue to inspire young athletes in Estonia.
See also
- Estonia at the 1924 Summer Olympics
