Anton Geesink Judoka
Anton Geesink
Anton Geesink
Country: Netherlands | Born: 6 April 1934 | Passed away: 27 August 2010 (76 years)
Judoka Anton Geesink was one of the most legendary judoka every in history. He won the first Olympic title in 1964 as non Japanese fighter. Triple World Champion 1961-1965 and an amazing record of 21 European titles. IOC member, Hall of famer of the IJF and 10th Dan. Geesink passed away in 2010.
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