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| Born | 4 July 1969 |
| Occupation | Judoka |
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| Sport | Judo |
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| IJF | 59008 |
| JudoInside.com | 281 |
Martin Schmidt (born 4 July 1969) is a German judoka.
| Year | Tournament | Place | Weight class |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | European Judo Championships | 5th | Lightweight (73 kg) |
| 1998 | European Judo Championships | 5th | Half lightweight (66 kg) |
| 1996 | Olympic Games | 5th | Lightweight (71 kg) |
| 1995 | European Judo Championships | 1st | Lightweight (71 kg) |
| 1991 | European Judo Championships | 2nd | Extra lightweight (60 kg) |
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