Bob Fitch
(1919-2003)
American discus thrower and coach
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Robert E. Fitch (July 28, 1919 – April 15, 2003) was an American athlete and coach. He broke the world record in the discus throw in 1946 with a mark of 54.93 m (180 ft 2 ⁄4 in). He developed a rotational technique referred to as the "Minnesota Whip" and delivered a masters thesis on the subject. His training mate Fortune Gordien went on to break world records and win Olympic medals.
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29 July 1919 Audubon, Iowa, United States
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15 April 2003 (aged 83) Bloomington, Indiana, United States
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