Wolfgang Hofmann facts for kids
Wolfgang Hofmann
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| Born | 30 March 1941 Cologne, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Nazi Germany |
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| Died | 12 March 2020 (aged 78) Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany |
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| Height | 5-9.5 (177 cm) | |||||||||||||
| Weight | 176 lbs (80 kg) | |||||||||||||
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| Country | GER Germany | |||||||||||||
| Sport | Judo | |||||||||||||
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Wolfgang Hofmann (born March 30, 1941 – died March 12, 2020) was a talented German judoka. A judoka is someone who practices judo, a Japanese martial art and sport. He is best known for winning a silver medal at the 1964 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Japan.
Who Was Wolfgang Hofmann?
Wolfgang Hofmann was born in Cologne, Germany. From a young age, he showed great skill in judo. Judo is a sport where two people try to throw or take down their opponent using special techniques. It teaches discipline and respect.
His Olympic Journey
In 1964, Wolfgang Hofmann represented the United Team of Germany at the Summer Olympics held in Tokyo. This was a very big event for athletes from all over the world. He competed in the middleweight class, which means he was in a weight category for athletes around 80 kilograms (176 pounds).
Wolfgang performed very well in the competition. He won many matches, showing his strength and technique. His hard work paid off when he earned a silver medal. This was a huge achievement for him and his country. Winning an Olympic medal is one of the highest honors an athlete can receive.
Later Life
Wolfgang Hofmann continued to be involved in judo after his Olympic success. He passed away on March 12, 2020, just before his 79th birthday. He is remembered as an Olympic medalist and a significant figure in German judo.
See also
In Spanish: Wolfgang Hofmann para niños
