Willi Fuggerer facts for kids
Fuggerer (left) and Klaus Kobusch at the 1964 Olympics
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| Born | 11 September 1941 Nürnberg, Germany |
| Died | 2 September 2015 (aged 73) |
| Height | 1.74 m |
| Weight | 72 kg |
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Willi Fuggerer (born September 11, 1941 – died September 2015) was a German track cyclist. He was born in the city of Nürnberg, Germany. Willi Fuggerer is best known for winning a bronze medal at the 1964 Summer Olympics.
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Who Was Willi Fuggerer?
Willi Fuggerer was an athlete who specialized in track cycling. This type of cycling takes place on a special oval track called a velodrome. Riders use bikes designed for speed.
He was born in Nürnberg, a city in Germany. Willi lived a full life, from 1941 until 2015. He became one of Germany's talented cyclists.
Olympic Dreams: Tokyo 1964
Willi Fuggerer represented his country at the 1964 Summer Olympics. These games were held in Tokyo, Japan. Competing in the Olympics is a huge achievement for any athlete.
Tandem Cycling Success
At the Tokyo Olympics, Willi competed in the 2000 meter tandem event. A tandem race involves two cyclists riding on one bicycle. They work together to pedal the bike as fast as possible.
Willi Fuggerer and his partner, Klaus Kobusch, rode very well. They managed to win a bronze medal for Germany. This was a proud moment for both cyclists.
Sprint Race Performance
Besides the tandem event, Willi also competed in the 1000 meter sprint race. This is a solo event where cyclists race against each other. They try to be the fastest over a short distance.
In the sprint, Willi Fuggerer finished in fifth place. This was still a strong performance against top athletes from around the world.
Willi Fuggerer's Legacy
Willi Fuggerer is remembered as an Olympic medalist. His bronze medal in tandem cycling is a highlight of his career. He showed great skill and teamwork in his sport.
