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Mark Spitz Biography

"swimming Isn't Everything", Glory Days, Prepares Seriously, Chronology, Awards And AccomplishmentsCONTACT INFORMATION, SELECTED WRITINGS BY SPITZ:



1950-

American swimmer

During the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich, West Germany, young American swimmer Mark Spitz won seven gold medals, the most by any individual in any Olympiad, and set as many world records. Spitz, a detailed strategist in and out of the water, was named 1972 World Swimmer of the Year. He over-came his share of disappointment and even tragedy, which may have made him an even stronger competitor. Three decades later, he continues to be a booster for his sport.



CONTACT INFORMATION

Address: c/o CMG Worldwide, 8560 Sunset Boulevard, 10th Floor Penthouse, West Hollywood, CA 90069. Fax: 317-570-5500. Phone: 310-854-1005. Online: www.cmgww.com/.

SELECTED WRITINGS BY SPITZ:

Spitz, Mark and Alan LeMond. The Mark Spitz Complete Book of Swimming New York: Crowell, 1976.

Seven Golds: Mark Spitz, My Own Story, New York: Doubleday, 1987.

Sketch by Jane Summer

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Famous Sports StarsSwimming