Solveig Egman-Andersson

Laila Solveig Egman-Andersson (born 6 January 1942) is a retired Swedish artistic gymnast who competed at the 1960, 1964 and 1968 Summer Olympics. Her best individual achievement was 23rd place on the vault in 1964.[1] She won four medals in five events at the 1963 European Championships.[2][3]

Solveig Egman-Andersson
Solveig Egman-Andersson at the 1964 Olympics
Personal information
Nickname(s)Lillan
Born6 January 1942 (1942-01-06) (age 81)
Arvika, Värmland, Sweden
Height1.68 m (5 ft 6 in)
Weight59 kg (130 lb)
Sport
SportArtistic gymnastics
ClubArvika GF
Medal record
Representing  Sweden
European Championships
Gold medal – first place1963 ParisVault
Silver medal – second place1963 ParisAll-around
Silver medal – second place1963 ParisFloor
Bronze medal – third place1963 ParisUneven bars

References

  1. "Solveig Egman-Andersson". sports-reference.com. Retrieved 5 June 2013.
  2. 1963 European Championships Women's AA. gymn-forum.net
  3. 1963 European Championships Women's EF. gymn-forum.net


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