![]() Koch in 1978 | |
Personal information | |
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Born | [1] Wismar, Bezirk Rostock, East Germany[1] | 18 February 1957
Height | 171 cm (5 ft 7 in)[1] |
Weight | 62 kg (137 lb)[1] |
Sport | |
Sport | Track and field |
Achievements and titles | |
Personal bests | |
Medal record | |
Updated on 30 June 2015 |
Marita Koch (later Meier-Koch; born 18 February 1957) is a German former sprint track and field athlete. During her career she set 16 world records in outdoor sprints as well as 14 world records in indoor events. Her record of 47.60 in the 400 metres, set on 6 October 1985, still stands.
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