André Willms

André Willms (born 18 September 1972 in Burg bei Magdeburg) is a retired German rower. During his career Willms became a double Olympic champion[1] and five-time world champion.[2]

André Willms
Personal information
Born (1972-09-18) 18 September 1972
Burg bei Magdeburg, East Germany
Height201 cm (6 ft 7 in)[1]
Weight101 kg (223 lb)[1]
Sport
SportRowing
ClubRuderclub Magdeburg[1]
Medal record
Men's rowing
Representing  Germany
Olympic Games
Gold medal – first place1992 Barcelona Quadruple sculls
Gold medal – first place1996 Atlanta Quadruple sculls
Bronze medal – third place2000 Sydney Quadruple sculls
World Rowing Championships
Gold medal – first place1993 RačiceQuadruple sculls
Gold medal – first place1994 IndianapolisSingle sculls
Gold medal – first place1999 St. CatharinesQuadruple sculls
Gold medal – first place2001 LucerneQuadruple sculls
Gold medal – first place2003 MilanQuadruple sculls
Silver medal – second place1995 TampereQuadruple sculls
Silver medal – second place1997 AiguebeletteSingle sculls
Bronze medal – third place2002 SevilleDouble sculls

References

  1. Evans, Hilary; Gjerde, Arild; Heijmans, Jeroen; Mallon, Bill; et al. "André Willms". Olympics at Sports-Reference.com. Sports Reference LLC. Archived from the original on 17 April 2020. Retrieved 29 October 2017.
  2. "Andre Willms". International Rowing Federation. Retrieved 29 October 2017.


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