Born in Novo Mesto, lived in Maribor for 72 years
Graduated as a lawyer at Ljubljana University in 1924. Participated in 3 olympic games and 4 world championships. Won 8 golden medals, 6 silver and 6 bronze.
One of Slovenia's most established sports figures of all times. Died in 1999 in Maribor.
Mariborian's remember him as a gentleman walking around the park. A sports hall is named after him.
Learn who was this by walking to his grave.
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olympic, sports, Maribor