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Kōji Gushiken: Biography, Facts and Career

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Kōji Gushiken (具志堅 幸司, Gushiken Kōji) (born November 12, 1956, in Ōsaka) is an Olympic gymnast for Japan at the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, California, where he won a total number of five medals, including two gold. He broke an ankle in May 1985 which prevented him from training for 3 months and hindered his performances at the 1985 World Championships. Gushiken announced his retirement at the 1985 Chūnichi Cup. He currently coaches other Olympic contenders, including two-time Olympic individual all-around gold medallist Kōhei Uchimura.

Quick facts about Kōji Gushiken

  • Full name: Kōji Gushiken
  • Born: 1956-11-12
  • Nationality: Japan
  • Known as: Creator
  • Wikidata ID: Q1253343

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Who is Kōji Gushiken?

Kōji Gushiken (具志堅 幸司, Gushiken Kōji) (born November 12, 1956, in Ōsaka) is an Olympic gymnast for Japan at the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, California, where he won a total number of five medals, including two gold.

What nationality is Kōji Gushiken?

Kōji Gushiken is Japan.

When was Kōji Gushiken born?

Kōji Gushiken was born on 1956-11-12.

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