In this article, we will explore Yugoslavia at the 1960 Summer Olympics in detail and everything you need to know about it. From its origins to its relevance today, through its implications in different aspects of daily life. Yugoslavia at the 1960 Summer Olympics has captured the attention of people from different fields and with different interests, generating debates and reflections that enrich the current panorama. Additionally, we will examine how Yugoslavia at the 1960 Summer Olympics has evolved over time and its impact on society, as well as possible future implications that could arise from its presence today. Get ready to enter the fascinating world of Yugoslavia at the 1960 Summer Olympics!
Yugoslavia at the 1960 Summer Olympics | |
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IOC code | YUG |
NOC | Yugoslav Olympic Committee |
in Rome | |
Competitors | 116 in 14 sports |
Flag bearer | Radovan Radović |
Medals Ranked 18th |
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Summer Olympics appearances (overview) | |
Other related appearances | |
Serbia (1912, 2008–) Croatia (1992–) Slovenia (1992–) Bosnia and Herzegovina (1992 S–) Independent Olympic Participants (1992 S) North Macedonia (1996–) Serbia and Montenegro (1996–2006) Montenegro (2008–) Kosovo (2016–) |
Athletes from the Federal People's Republic of Yugoslavia competed at the 1960 Summer Olympics in Rome, Italy. 116 competitors, 107 men and 9 women, took part in 64 events in 14 sports.
Yugoslavia had won silver medals in Men's Football (Soccer) for the past 3 Summer Games and finally won gold in Rome.
Medal | Name | Sport | Event |
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Gold | Andrija Anković Vladimir Durković Milan Galić Fahrudin Jusufi Tomislav Knez Borivoje Kostić Aleksandar Kozlina Dusan Maravić Željko Matuš Željko Perušić Novak Roganović Velimir Sombolac Milutin Šoškić Silvester Takač Blagoje Vidinić Ante Žanetić |
Football (Soccer) | Men's Team Competition |
Silver | Branislav Martinović | Wrestling | Men's Greco-Roman Lightweight |
Men's Marathon
Five male cyclists represented Yugoslavia in 1960.
Two fencers, one man and one woman, represented Yugoslavia in 1960.
Yugoslavia had 12 male rowers participate in four out of seven rowing events in 1960.
Six shooters represented Yugoslavia in 1960.