Andreas Thorkildsen
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About
Norwegian javelin thrower who was the Olympic champion in 2004 and 2008.
Before Fame
He started javelin throwing at age 11 and was initially coached by his father.
Trivia
He was the first male javelin thrower to become European champion, World champion and Olympic champion.
Family Life
His father Tomm Thorkildsen was also a javelin thrower.
Associated With
He and Dainis Kula both competed in the javelin throw at the Olympics.
