Fred Hammer
Luxembourgish sprinter (1930–2020)
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Fred Hammer (7 March 1930 – 26 June 2020), also known by full name Frédéric Hammer, was a Luxembourgish sprinter.[1] He competed in the 200 metres, 400 metres and 400 metres relay at the 1952 Summer Olympics, and the 200 metres and long jump at the 1956 Summer Olympics.[2][3] Hammer also won a bronze medal at the 1949 Summer International University Sports Week, precursor to the World University Games, in the 4 × 100 m relay.
7 March 1930
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Luxembourgish |
| Born | Frédéric Hammer 7 March 1930 Luxembourg City, Luxembourg |
| Died | 26 June 2020 (aged 90) |
| Relative | Paul Hammer (father)[1] |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Sprinting, long Jump |
Event(s) | 200 metres, 400 metres, long jump |
His father, Paul Hammer, was also an athletics Olympian at the 1920 and 1924 Summer Olympics.[1]
In June 2008, Hammer received the Order of Merit of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.[4]
Hammer died aged 90 on 26 June 2020. He was described by the Luxemburger Wort as a household name in Luxembourg.[5]
