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Kęstutis Šapka

Lithuanian high jumper · Lithuania · On the map · Athletes · Lived 1949 to 2025 · aged 75 · Born 77 years ago today

Kęstutis Šapka was a Lithuanian high jumper who represented the Soviet Union. He was inspired to become a professional high jumper after the 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico and became one of the early adopters of Fosbury Flop. He retired due to recurring injuries.

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Dynamo Sports Club

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Honoured Master of Sports of the USSR

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After retiring from competitions he worked as a trainer in Vilnius. In 2007, he was ranked as top 16 trainer in track and field athletics.

Country
Lithuania
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1949 to 2025 · aged 75