Thomas Bach

About

Fencer who won a gold medal in team foil at the 1976 Olympics, also winning later at the World Championships.

Before Fame

He learned to fence at a young age growing up in West Germany.

Trivia

He assumed the office of the president of the International Olympic Committee in 2013.

Family Life

He was born in Wurzburg, West Germany.

Associated With

Kornelia Ender competed for East Germany at the 1976 Olympics, winning four gold medals in swimming.