Tomasz Tomiak facts for kids
Tomasz Piotr Tomiak (born September 17, 1967 – died August 21, 2020) was a talented Polish rower. He was born in a town called Nowy Tomyśl in Poland. Tomasz was known for his strength and skill on the water, representing his country in major international competitions.
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| Bronze | 1992 Barcelona | Coxed fours | ||||||||||||||||||||
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| Silver | 1993 Račice | M4- | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Bronze | 1991 Vienna | M4+ | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Tomasz Tomiak's Olympic Journey
Tomasz Tomiak achieved one of his biggest dreams at the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona, Spain. He was part of the Polish rowing team that won a bronze medal. This was a fantastic achievement for him and his teammates.
What is Coxed Fours?
The event where Tomasz won his Olympic medal was called "Coxed Fours." In rowing, a "four" means there are four rowers in the boat. "Coxed" means there is also a fifth person, called a "coxswain," who sits at the back (or front) of the boat. The coxswain doesn't row but steers the boat and helps the rowers stay in sync. It's a team effort where everyone needs to work perfectly together.
World Championship Success
Before and after his Olympic success, Tomasz also competed in the World Rowing Championships. These are major international competitions where the best rowers from around the globe compete.
Medals at World Championships
Tomasz won two medals at the World Championships:
- In 1991, he won a bronze medal in Vienna, Austria. This was also in the "Coxed Fours" event, sometimes called "M4+" (M for men, 4 for four rowers, + for coxed).
- In 1993, he won a silver medal in Račice, Czech Republic. This time, it was in the "Coxless Fours" event, known as "M4-". "Coxless" means there is no coxswain in the boat; one of the rowers usually steers using their feet.
Tomasz Piotr Tomiak passed away in 2020, but his achievements in rowing remain an important part of Polish sports history.
See also
In Spanish: Tomasz Tomiak para niños
