Ragnar Svensson (wrestler)
Swedish wrestler (1934–2025)
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Sten Ragnar Svensson (22 June 1934 – 23 March 2025) was a heavyweight Greco-Roman wrestler from Sweden. He won a silver medal at the 1963 World Championships, finishing fourth in 1958 and 1961. He competed at the 1960, 1964 and 1968 Olympics and placed eighth, fifth and fourth, respectively.[1][2][3] He died on 23 March 2025, at the age of 90.[4]
Died23 March 2025 (aged 90)
Height186 cm (6 ft 1 in)
Weight110 kg (243 lb)
Svensson vs. Tan Tarı at the 1960 Olympics | ||||||||||||||||||
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| Born | 22 June 1934 | |||||||||||||||||
| Died | 23 March 2025 (aged 90) | |||||||||||||||||
| Height | 186 cm (6 ft 1 in) | |||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 110 kg (243 lb) | |||||||||||||||||
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| Sport | Greco-Roman wrestling | |||||||||||||||||
| Club | Klippans BK | |||||||||||||||||
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