# Bob Fitch

> Robert E. Fitch was an American athlete and coach. He broke the world record in the discus throw in 1946 with a mark of 54.93 m. He developed a rotational technique referred to as the "Minnesota Whip" and delivered a masters thesis on the subject. His training mate Fortune Gordien went on to break world records and win Olympic medals.

*American athlete and coach (1919-2003)*

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## Identity
- **Profile type:** Athlete ([Wikidata](https://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q2066131))
- **Category:** Athletes
- **Country:** United States
- **Born:** 1919-07-28
- **Died:** 2003-04-15
- **Status:** deceased
- **Gender:** male

## Bio

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## Fame
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