Al Oerter
American athlete (1936-2007) · United States · On the map · Athletes · Died at 71
Alfred Oerter Jr. was an American athlete and a four-time Olympic champion in the discus throw. He was the first athlete to win a gold medal in the same individual event in four consecutive Olympic Games. Oerter is an inductee of the IAAF Hall of Fame.
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Country
United States
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1936 to 2007 · aged 71
