Erdos, Sandor

Sport:
fencing

Country Represented:
Hungary

Years Competed:
1972

Medals Received:
gold

Olympic Info:
Erdos was a member of Hungary's epee team at the 1972 Munich Olympics. The Hungarians defeated West Germany in the first round (10-4), Denmark in the second round (16-0), and eventually captured the gold medal.

Career Highlights:
Erdos was a member of Hungary's epee team that won the 1970 World Championship.

Birth and Death Dates:
b. 1947

Origin:
Hungary

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References:
Jewish Sports Legends: The International Jewish Sports Hall of Fame, by Joseph Siegman (Washington, D.C.: Brassey's, 2000)
New York Times, August 28-September 10, 1972