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Bob Fitch

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American athlete and coach (1919-2003)

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Robert E. Fitch was an American athlete and coach. 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.

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Minnesota Golden Gophers football

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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.

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United States
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Athlete
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deceased
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Lived 1919 to 2003 · aged 83
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