| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | German |
| Born | 21 August 1993 |
| Height | 1.78 m (5 ft 10 in) |
| Weight | 77 kg (170 lb) |
| Sport | |
| Country |  Germany |
| Sport | Track and field |
| Event(s) | Hammer throw |
Charlene Woitha (born 21 August 1993) is a German athlete who specialises in the hammer throw. [1] She qualified for 2016 Summer Olympics. [2] She finished in 29th place in the qualifying round and did not advance to the final. [3]
| Event | Record | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hammer throw | 70.98 | Zeulenroda | 24 June 2016 |
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