Ruth Fuchs

About Ruth Fuchs

Ruth Fuchs, née Gamm is a German politician and former athlete. Fuchs, representing East Germany, was the winner of the women's javelin at the 1972 (Munich) and 1976 (Montreal) Olympic Games. She set the world record for the javelin six times during the 1970s.

Ruth Fuchs Achievements

Medal Records:

Olympic Games

• Gold medal –  1972 Summer Olympics Javelin throw
  
• Gold medal –  1976 Summer Olympics Javelin throw
  

European Championships

• Gold medal –  1974 European Athletics Championships Javelin
  
• Gold medal –  1978 European Athletics Championships Javelin
  
• Bronze medal –  1971 European Athletics Championships Javelin