Matija Ljubek Age, Birthday, Zodiac Sign and Birth Chart

Matija Ljubek (November 22, 1953 – October 11, 2000) was a Croatian canoeist who represented Yugoslavia. He won two gold Olympic medals, one in the individual 1000 meters event at the 1976 Montreal Olympics and the other in the doubles 500 meters event at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics, alongside Mirko Nišović. He also earned a silver medal in the doubles 1000 meters and a bronze in the individual 500 meters at the 1976 Olympics. Ljubek was a four-time world champion and was named Yugoslav Athlete of the Year in 1976.

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Meaning of the name - Matija

gift of God, God's gift

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November 22, 1953 Facts

Generation Group

Matija Ljubek belongs to the Baby Boomers group.

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Place of Birth: Belišće

Place of Death: Valpovo

Cause of Death: murdered

Occupation: kayaker | canoeist

Children: Nikica Ljubek

Awards Received: star on Croatian Walk of Fame | Franjo Bučar State Award for Sport

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Astrology Analysis

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