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Karin Balzer

East German hurdler

  • Fame52.7
  • Momentum4.8
  • Wikipedia876
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Lived 1938–2019, aged 81Germany
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  • Era
    1938–2019
    Aged 81
  • Awards
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    recognised works
Summary
Updated 2026-06-19

Karin Balzer was an East German hurdler who competed in the 80 m hurdles event at the 1960, 1964 and 1968 Olympics, and in the 100 m hurdles in 1972. She won a gold medal in 1964 and a bronze in 1972, while finishing fifth in 1968. During her career she set 37 world's best performances.

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  • SC Leipzig
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  • East German Sportspersonality of the Year
  • Patriotic Order of Merit in Gold
  • Star of People's Friendship in Silver
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52.7
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Momentum4.8
Historical20.4
Source confidence65.0
Completeness75.0
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